Cat. No.

V238-E1-02

Cat. No. Z264-E1-06A

NSA-Series
NSA-Series Industrial PC

Smart Sensor ZFX-C

USER´S MANUAL

USER´S MANUAL

Authorized Distributor:

Cat. No. Z264-E1-06A Note: Specifications subject to change without notice. Printed in Europe
NSA-Series Industrial PC
NSA12/15-TX11B
NSA12/15-TX11S
NSA12/15-TX12B
NSA12/15-TX12S

User's Manual
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 Introduction
The NSA-series Industrial PC is an industrial, panel-mountable computer equipped
with a Celeron M Processor and featuring a touch panel and display.
Be sure to read and understand the functions and performance specifications in
this manual prior to using it, and operate it as described herein.

Intended Audience
This manual is intended for the following personnel, who must also have
knowledge of electrical systems (an electrical engineer or the equivalent).
· Personnel in charge of introducing FA systems into production facilities
· Personnel in charge of designing FA systems
· Personnel in charge of managing FA systems and facilities

Notice
This manual provides information for connecting and setting up an NSA-series
Industrial PC. Be sure to read this manual before attempting to use it, and keep the
manual close at hand for reference during operation.

 OMRON, 2008
All rights reserved. No part of this publication may be reproduced, stored in a retrieval system, or transmitted, in any form, or
by any means, mechanical, electronic, photocopying, recording, or otherwise, without the prior written permission of
OMRON.
No patent liability is assumed with respect to the use of the information contained herein. Moreover, because OMRON is con-
stantly striving to improve its high-quality products, the information contained in this manual is subject to change without
notice. Every precaution has been taken in the preparation of this manual. Nevertheless, OMRON assumes no responsibility
for errors or omissions. Neither is any liability assumed for damages resulting from the use of the information contained in
this publication.

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Read and Understand this Manual
Please read and understand this manual before using the product. Please consult your OMRON
representative if you have any questions or comments.

Warranty and Limitations of Liability

WARRANTY

OMRON's exclusive warranty is that the products are free from defects in materials and workmanship for a
period of one year (or other period if specified) from date of sale by OMRON.

OMRON MAKES NO WARRANTY OR REPRESENTATION, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, REGARDING

NON-INFRINGEMENT, MERCHANTABILITY, OR FITNESS FOR PARTICULAR PURPOSE OF THE
PRODUCTS. ANY BUYER OR USER ACKNOWLEDGES THAT THE BUYER OR USER ALONE HAS
DETERMINED THAT THE PRODUCTS WILL SUITABLY MEET THE REQUIREMENTS OF THEIR
INTENDED USE. OMRON DISCLAIMS ALL OTHER WARRANTIES, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED.

LIMITATIONS OF LIABILITY

OMRON SHALL NOT BE RESPONSIBLE FOR SPECIAL, INDIRECT, OR CONSEQUENTIAL DAMAGES,

LOSS OF PROFITS OR COMMERCIAL LOSS IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE PRODUCTS,
WHETHER SUCH CLAIM IS BASED ON CONTRACT, WARRANTY, NEGLIGENCE, OR STRICT
LIABILITY.

In no event shall the responsibility of OMRON for any act exceed the individual price of the product on
which liability is asserted.

IN NO EVENT SHALL OMRON BE RESPONSIBLE FOR WARRANTY, REPAIR, OR OTHER CLAIMS

REGARDING THE PRODUCTS UNLESS OMRON'S ANALYSIS CONFIRMS THAT THE PRODUCTS
WERE PROPERLY HANDLED, STORED, INSTALLED, AND MAINTAINED AND NOT SUBJECT TO
CONTAMINATION, ABUSE, MISUSE, OR INAPPROPRIATE MODIFICATION OR REPAIR.

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Application Considerations
SUITABILITY FOR USE

OMRON shall not be responsible for conformity with any standards, codes, or regulations that apply to the
combination of products in the customer's application or use of the products.

At the customer's request, OMRON will provide applicable third party certification documents identifying
ratings and limitations of use that apply to the products. This information by itself is not sufficient for a
complete determination of the suitability of the products in combination with the end product, machine,
system, or other application or use.

The following are some examples of applications for which particular attention must be given. This is not
intended to be an exhaustive list of all possible uses of the products, nor is it intended to imply that the uses
listed may be suitable for the products:

• Outdoor use, uses involving potential chemical contamination or electrical interference, or conditions or
uses not described in this manual.
• Nuclear energy control systems, combustion systems, railroad systems, aviation systems, medical
equipment, amusement machines, vehicles, safety equipment, and installations subject to separate
industry or government regulations.
• Systems, machines, and equipment that could present a risk to life or property.

Please know and observe all prohibitions of use applicable to the products.

NEVER USE THE PRODUCTS FOR AN APPLICATION INVOLVING SERIOUS RISK TO LIFE OR
PROPERTY WITHOUT ENSURING THAT THE SYSTEM AS A WHOLE HAS BEEN DESIGNED TO
ADDRESS THE RISKS, AND THAT THE OMRON PRODUCTS ARE PROPERLY RATED AND
INSTALLED FOR THE INTENDED USE WITHIN THE OVERALL EQUIPMENT OR SYSTEM.

PROGRAMMABLE PRODUCTS

OMRON shall not be responsible for the user's programming of a programmable product, or any
consequence thereof.

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Disclaimers
CHANGE IN SPECIFICATIONS

Product specifications and accessories may be changed at any time based on improvements and other
reasons.

It is our practice to change model numbers when published ratings or features are changed, or when
significant construction changes are made. However, some specifications of the products may be changed
without any notice. When in doubt, special model numbers may be assigned to fix or establish key
specifications for your application on your request. Please consult with your OMRON representative at any
time to confirm actual specifications of purchased products.

DIMENSIONS AND WEIGHTS

Dimensions and weights are nominal and are not to be used for manufacturing purposes, even when
tolerances are shown.

PERFORMANCE DATA

Performance data given in this manual is provided as a guide for the user in determining suitability and does
not constitute a warranty. It may represent the result of OMRON's test conditions, and the users must
correlate it to actual application requirements. Actual performance is subject to the OMRON Warranty and
Limitations of Liability.

ERRORS AND OMISSIONS

The information in this manual has been carefully checked and is believed to be accurate; however, no
responsibility is assumed for clerical, typographical, or proofreading errors, or omissions.

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Safety Precautions
Safety-related Indications and Their Meanings
The following precautionary indications and symbols are used in this manual to aid
in the safe usage of the NSA-series Industrial PC. These precautions contain
important safety information. Be sure to observe them carefully.
The indications and symbols used herein, and their meanings, are as listed below.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

! WARNING could result in death or serious injury. Additionally, there may be
severe property damage.

Indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided,

! Caution may result in minor or moderate injury, or property damage.

Precautions for Safe Use

Indicates actions that should be done, or avoided, for the safe use of this product.

Precautions for Correct Use

Indicates actions that should be done, or avoided, to prevent operating failure or
malfunction of this product, or to prevent adverse effects on the performance or
functions of this product.

Note
Notes within the text of this manual indicate safety-related points and information
that are equivalent in importance to those included in the Precautions for Safe Use
sections.

!WARNING Failure to read and understand the information provided in this manual may result in per-
sonal injury or death, damage to the product, or product failure. Please read each section
in its entirety and be sure you understand the information provided in the section and
related sections before attempting any of the procedures or operations given.

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Symbols
Electrical Shock Caution
Indicates possibility of electric shock under
specific conditions.

General Prohibition
Indicates non-specific general prohibitions.

Disassembly Prohibition
Indicates prohibitions when there is a possibility
of injury, such as from electric shock, as the
result of disassembly.

Mandatory Action
Indicates a mandatory action with the specific
contents indicated in the circle and described in
the text.

General Caution
Indicates non-specific general cautions,
warnings, and dangers.

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 WARNING
Be sure to observe all warning instructions while using this product.

Do not scratch the power supply connection cable.

Do not scratch or forcefully bend the power supply connection cable. Doing so may
damage the cable and may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not disassemble or modify the product.
Do not disassemble, cut, modify, or burn the product, and do not touch internal
parts while the power is ON. Doing so may cause electric shock or fire.
Do not splash with water.
• Do not use the product in a location where it might be splashed with water, or in
any location near water. Water contacting electrical components may cause
electric shock, ground fault, or short-circuiting, which may result in fire.
• If a beverage or other liquid is spilled onto the product, turn OFF the power
immediately, and remove all connectors from the power supply input terminal
block.

Do not touch the power supply input terminals with wet hands.
Doing so may cause electric shock or other injury.

If smoke or an abnormal odor or sound is generated, turn OFF the power

immediately, and disconnect the power supply input connector.
Using the product in this condition may cause short-circuiting, which may result in
fire or electric shock.
If the product is knocked over or is subject to a strong impact, turn OFF the power
immediately, and disconnect the power supply input connector.
Using the product in this condition may cause short-circuiting, which may result in
fire or electric shock.
Ground the product.
A functional terminal is provided for grounding. If the product is not grounded and a
ground fault occurs, it may result in fire or electric shock.

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Caution
Hold the connector housing when disconnecting the power connection cable.
Hold the connector housing, rather than the cable, when disconnecting the cable.
Pulling the cable may break wires inside, which may result in heating or fire.
Observe all relevant standards and environmental conditions.
Observe all standards for power supply voltage, frequency, capacity, etc. Using the
product under conditions not prescribed by these standards may cause electric shock
or fire.
Do not place objects on top of the product.
Do not place objects on top of the product or press on the product. Doing so may
damage the product and result in injury.
Do not place objects near the ventilation holes.
Do not place objects near the ventilation holes, or block the holes in any way. Doing so
may cause the product to malfunction.
Do not tip the product over or strike it with anything.
Do not subject the product to vibration or impacts, particularly when the power is ON. If
the product is subjected to impacts by being dropped or struck, it may fail to operate
correctly.
Do not use or store the product in the following locations.
Using or storing the product in any of the following locations may cause electric shock,
fire, or malfunction.
• Locations that are unstable or subject to vibration
• Locations subject to static electricity
• Locations subject to dust or high humidity
• Locations subject to direct sunlight
• Locations subject to flames or heat accumulation
• Locations subject to exposure to chemicals
• Locations close to heating or cooling equipment
• Locations subject to water seepage
• Locations subject to ground faults
Do not use the product near a radio, television, or cordless telephone. Doing so may
cause electrical noise to enter the product or the radio, television, or cordless
telephone, preventing correct operation.
Do not allow condensation to form on or in the product.
Installing the product in a location with high humidity, or installing the product indoors
soon after bringing it in from the outdoor cold may cause condensation to form on or in
the product, and using the product in this condition may cause malfunction.
Dispose of the product and batteries correctly.
The product contains lithium batteries. Dispose of the product and batteries according
to local ordinances as they apply. Have qualified specialists properly dispose of used
batteries as industrial waste.
Provide sufficient working space.
Prior to moving the product or replacing components, ensure that there is sufficient
room and no interfering obstacles.

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 Turn OFF the power supply before doing any work on the product.
Do not touch the product case or the heat dissipation panel on the rear surface of the
case while the power supply is turned ON because they become very hot.
Also, turn OFF the power and wait for the product to cool down before doing any
maintenance work on the product.
When turning OFF the power supply, either turn OFF the external input power supply
or disconnect the power supply input connector.

The NSA-series Industrial PC must be installed within a control panel.

Use a control panel that meets or exceeds Type 1 enclosure standards.

Maintain appropriate environmental conditions.

Use the NSA-series Industrial PC in an environment with a pollution degree of 2 or
better.

Do not connect the NSA-series Industrial PC directly to a commercial power supply.

Supply power through an isolation transformer with a capacity of 200 VA max.

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Precautions for Safe Use
Observe the following precautions when using the NSA-series Industrial PC.

1. When unpacking the product, check carefully for any external scratches or other
damage. Also, shake the product gently and check for any abnormal sound.
2. The mounting panel must be between 1.6 and 4.0 mm thick.
3. Tighten the Mounting Brackets evenly to a torque of between 0.5 and 0.6 N·m to
maintain water and dust resistance. Make sure the panel is not dirty or warped
and that it is strong enough to hold the product.
4. Do not let metal particles enter the product when preparing the panel.
5. Do not connect an AC power supply to the power terminals.
6. Do not perform a dielectric voltage test.
7. Use a DC power supply with reinforced insulation and minimal voltage
fluctuation.
Rated power supply voltage: 24 VDC (Allowable range: 20.4 to 27.6 VDC),
Capacity: 80 W min.
8. Connect to the power supply terminal block using a twisted-pair cable with
stranded copper wire between AWG16 and AWG12 with a rated temperature of
75°C. Tighten the terminal screws to a torque of 0.5 to 0.6 N·m (5 to 7 lb·in). Be
sure the screws are properly tightened.
9. Turn OFF the power supply before connecting or disconnecting cables.
10.Always tighten the connector screws after connecting communications cables.
11.The maximum tensile load for cables is 30 N. Do not apply loads greater than
this.
12.Confirm the safety of the system before turning ON or OFF the power supply.
13. Always reset the power supply after changing switch settings.
14. Do not remove the Memory Card while the power to the NSA-series Industrial
PC is turned ON.
15.Do not perform the following operations while the Memory Card is being
accessed:
· Turning OFF the power supply to the NSA-series Industrial PC.
· Removing the Memory Card
Always follow the specified procedure when removing the Memory Card.
16.Do not press the touch switch with a force greater than 30 N.
17.Do not accidentally press touch switch when the backlight is not lit or when the
display does not appear. Confirm the safety of the system before pressing touch
panels.
18.Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the product in any way.
19.Dispose of any battery that has been dropped on the floor or otherwise
subjected to excessive shock, as this may cause the battery fluid to leak.

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 20.Dispose of the product and batteries according to local ordinances as they apply.
Have qualified specialists properly dispose of used batteries as industrial waste.

21.Do not connect a USB connector to any device that is not applicable.
22.Before connecting a USB connector to a device, make sure that the device is
free of damage.
23.When mounting the Battery, be sure to use the correct Battery and mount it
correctly.
24.The backlight in the NSA-series Industrial PC contains mercury. Do not dispose
of the NSA-series Industrial PC together with other waste to be sent to a
disposal site. Dispose of the NSA-series Industrial PC according to local
ordinances as they apply.
25.Use a PCI Board that complies with the EMC Directive. If a PCI Board that does
not comply with the EMC Directive is used, there are certain measures that the
user must take.
26.Use only the Memory Cards specified by OMRON.
27.Thoroughly test any application programs created by users or third-party
vendors to confirm that they operate properly before actually using them with
the product.
28.OMRON cannot assume any responsibility for programs created by any party
other than OMRON, nor for the results of using such programs.

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Precautions for Correct Use
Install the NSA-series Industrial PC correctly, as described in this manual.

z Do not install the Unit in the following places:

· Locations subject to severe temperature changes
· Locations subject to temperatures or humidity outside the range given in the
specifications
· Locations subject to condensation as the result of high humidity.
· Locations subject to splashing chemicals
· Locations subject to splashing oil
· Locations subject to corrosive or flammable gas
· Locations subject to severe vibration or shock
· Locations directly subject to wind or rain outdoors
· Locations subject to strong ultraviolet light

z Take sufficient shielding measures when installing systems in the following

locations:
· Locations subject to severe static electricity or noise from other devices
· Locations subject to strong electro fields or magnetic fields
· Locations close to power supply lines
· Locations subject to possible exposure to radioactivity

„ Warnings and Precautions

z LCD Panel Precautions
· There may be inconsistencies in the brightness of the LCD panel depending
on what is displayed and the contrast setting. This is not a malfunction.
· There may be small spots on the display. This is not a malfunction.
· The display color may appear to change if the display is viewed outside the
viewing angle. This is a basic characteristic of LCDs.
· If the same image is left on the screen for an extended period of time, that
image will be burned into the screen permanently. Use the burn-in prevention
function or periodically change the screen to prevent permanent damage to
the screen.

z Windows XP Embedded
· Windows XP Embedded is an OS designed for embedded use. Some
application programs that operate on the Windows XP Professional OS may
not operate on the Windows XP Embedded OS of an NSA-series Industrial
PC.
· Windows components cannot be added and deleted by using the menu
command under Add or Remove Programs from the Control Panel.
· The Windows Updates for Windows XP Professional cannot be installed.
· The service packs for Windows XP Professional cannot be installed.

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Revision History
A manual revision code appears as a suffix to the catalog number on the front
cover of the manual.

Cat. No. V238-E1-02

Revision Code

Revision code Date Revision content

01 March 2008 Original production
02 May 2008 Page 4-12: Adding information on Shutdown OS and
Reboot OS Buttons at bottom of page.

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Checking the Contents of the Package
The NSA-series Industrial PC is shipped together with a number of accessories.
When opening the package, make sure that all of the parts shown below are
included and in good condition. If any of these parts are missing or damaged,
contact the sales representative from whom you purchased the product.

Main Body Mounting Brackets (8)

Instruction Sheet

Note The OS is not installed in the NSA-series Industrial PC. Use the NSA-series Industrial
PC only with the specified OMRON Memory Cards, which have Windows XP
Embedded preinstalled in them. Refer to Appendix 5 Accessories for information on the
different types of Memory Cards.

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Section 1 Overview and Specifications 1

Section 2 Nomenclature 2

Section 3 Installing the NSA-series Industrial PC and 3

Connecting Peripheral Devices

4
Section 4 RAS Functions

5
Section 5 Maintenance

Appendix
Appendix

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Table of Contents
Introduction...................................................................................................................v
Intended Audience.............................................................................................................v
Notice ...............................................................................................................................v
Safety Precautions .......................................................................................................x
Safety-related Indications and Their Meanings ..............................................................x
Precautions for Safe Use ...........................................................................................xv
Precautions for Correct Use.................................................................................... xvii
Revision History ...................................................................................................... xviii
Checking the Contents of the Package................................................................... xix
Table of Contents ..................................................................................................... xxii

Section 1 Overview and Specifications

1-1 Overview.......................................................................................................... 1-2
1-1-1 Overview ............................................................................................................ 1-2
1-1-2 Features............................................................................................................. 1-2
1-2 Specifications................................................................................................... 1-4
1-2-1 Ratings and Specifications ................................................................................ 1-4
1-2-2 General Specifications....................................................................................... 1-5
1-2-3 Dimensions and External Appearance .............................................................. 1-8

Section 2 Nomenclature
2-1 Nomenclature .................................................................................................. 2-2
2-1-1 Front Panel ........................................................................................................ 2-2
2-1-2 Rear Panel......................................................................................................... 2-2
2-1-3 Connectors and Interfaces................................................................................. 2-3

Section 3 Installing the NSA-series Industrial PC and

Connecting Peripheral Devices
3-1 Basic Operating Procedures............................................................................ 3-2
3-2 Mounting the Memory Card ............................................................................. 3-4
3-2-1 Mounting a Memory Card .................................................................................. 3-4
3-2-2 Removing a Memory Card................................................................................. 3-5
3-3 Installing a PCI Board and Setting the DIP Switch .......................................... 3-6
3-3-1 Installing a PCI Board ........................................................................................ 3-6
3-3-2 Setting the DIP Switch ..................................................................................... 3-10

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 3-4 Installing the NSA-series Industrial PC ..........................................................3-12
3-4-1 Environment..................................................................................................... 3-12
3-4-2 Installing the NSA-series Industrial PC in a Control Panel.............................. 3-13
3-4-3 Connecting the Power Supply ......................................................................... 3-14
3-4-4 Connecting the Grounding Wire ...................................................................... 3-15
3-5 Starting the Industrial PC and Procedure after Power Interruption................3-17
3-5-1 Operation ......................................................................................................... 3-17
3-5-2 Operating Sequence for the External Power Supply....................................... 3-18
3-6 Adjusting the Touch Panel and Display .........................................................3-19
3-6-1 Calibrating the Touch Panel ............................................................................ 3-19
3-6-2 Adjusting the Display ....................................................................................... 3-21

Section 4 RAS Functions

4-1 RAS Function Details .......................................................................................4-2
4-1-1 What Is the RAS Solution for OMRON Industrial PCs? .................................... 4-2
4-1-2 Monitoring and Auto-recovery ........................................................................... 4-2
4-1-3 Logging Function and Log Analysis Function.................................................... 4-4
4-1-4 Architecture........................................................................................................ 4-4
4-2 Special RAS Board Functions..........................................................................4-5
4-2-1 Special RAS Board Functions ........................................................................... 4-5
4-2-2 Setting Procedure .............................................................................................. 4-5
4-3 Motherboard RAS Functions............................................................................4-7
4-3-1 Standard PC RAS Data ..................................................................................... 4-7
4-3-2 Unique RAS Functions ...................................................................................... 4-7
4-3-3 Setting Procedure .............................................................................................. 4-9
4-4 RAS Utility Functions .....................................................................................4-10
4-4-1 RAS Utility Functions....................................................................................... 4-10
4-4-2 Setting the Failure Notification Function.......................................................... 4-10
4-4-3 Checking the PC’s Operating Status using the Status Monitor....................... 4-13
4-4-4 Log Viewer (Filter and Find) ............................................................................ 4-14

Section 5 Maintenance
5-1 Maintenance.....................................................................................................5-2
5-1-1 Data Backup ...................................................................................................... 5-2
5-1-2 Spare Units ........................................................................................................ 5-2
5-1-3 Backlights (LCD Module)................................................................................... 5-2
5-1-4 Batteries............................................................................................................. 5-3
5-2 Cleaning and Inspecting...................................................................................5-5
5-2-1 Cleaning............................................................................................................. 5-5
5-2-2 Inspecting .......................................................................................................... 5-5
5-3 Troubleshooting Guide.....................................................................................5-7
5-3-1 Remedies for Problems ..................................................................................... 5-7

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup................................................................................. Appendix-2
Appendix 1-1 Using the Setup Menu............................................................... Appendix-2
Appendix 1-2 Screen Configuration................................................................. Appendix-3
Appendix 1-3 BIOS Setup Menu Keys ............................................................ Appendix-3
Appendix 1-4 Menu Configuration ................................................................... Appendix-4
Appendix 1-5 Main Menu................................................................................. Appendix-5
Appendix 1-6 Advanced Menu ........................................................................ Appendix-8
Appendix 1-7 Intel Menu................................................................................ Appendix-15
Appendix 1-8 Security Menu ......................................................................... Appendix-17
Appendix 1-9 Power Menu ............................................................................ Appendix-18
Appendix 1-10 Boot Menu ............................................................................... Appendix-19
Appendix 1-11 Exit Menu ................................................................................ Appendix-20
Appendix 2 Using the Enhanced Write Filter............................................... Appendix-21
Appendix 2-1 About the EWF Function ......................................................... Appendix-21
Appendix 2-2 Confirming the Operating State of the EWF Function............. Appendix-21
Appendix 2-3 Enabling the EWF Function .................................................... Appendix-22
Appendix 2-4 Updating Data on the Memory Card
When the EWF Function Is Enabled ....................................... Appendix-22
Appendix 2-5 Disabling the EWF Function.................................................... Appendix-23
Appendix 2-6 Precautions ............................................................................. Appendix-23
Appendix 2-7 Reference................................................................................ Appendix-24
Appendix 3 Precautions for Changing Factory Settings for
Windows XP Embedded ........................................................... Appendix-25
Appendix 4 Connecting an NE1S-Series CPU Unit .................................... Appendix-26
Appendix 5 Accessories .............................................................................. Appendix-28
Appendix 6 Using Virtual Memory ............................................................... Appendix-29
Appendix 6-1 Setting and Deleting the Paging File....................................... Appendix-29

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Section 1
Overview and Specifications
 1-1 Overview
1-1-1 Overview

1
1-1 Overview
Overview and Specifications

1-1-1 Overview
The NSA-series Industrial PC is a panel-mountable computer equipped with a
Celeron M Processor and featuring a touch panel (input), display (output), and
RAS (reliability, availability, serviceability) functions.
1-1-2 Features
■ High-speed CPU and Chipset with Integrated Graphic Core
The NSA-series Industrial PC is equipped with a 600 MHz Celeron M Processor
that has a built-in 512-Kbyte L2 cache. It also features a chipset with an integrated
graphic core that produces sharp images and vivid, realistic graphics. The
NSA-series Industrial PC maintains optimal performance through distributed
processing that makes efficient and balanced use of both the graphics and system
memory.
■ High-performance Display
The XGA color LCD featured in the NSA-series Industrial PC is a high-contrast,
high-resolution TFT display.
■ Thin Profile
Even when the display section is included, an NSA-series Industrial PC (NSA12
models) has a thin profile with a thickness of only 98 mm.
■ Waterproof Construction
The front panel is rated the equivalent of IP65 for waterproofing.
■ Network Functions
Connecting to two networks is quick and easy because each NSA-series Industrial
PC comes with two 10Base-T/100Base-TX Ethernet Connector ports as standard
features.
■ Memory Cards
The vibration and shock resistance of the NSA-series Industrial PC is greatly
improved because it features a ROM storage drive (Memory Card) that uses
non-volatile flash memory in place of a conventional hard disk drive.
Note: Memory Cards are sold separately.
■ Built-in Expandability
A PCI Board slot has been installed to facilitate system expansion. Two serial ports
and four USB ports are also provided as standard features.
■ Touch Panel for Pointing Device Use
The NSA-series Industrial PC uses an analog touch panel to allow highly intricate
operations.
■ RAS Functions
In addition to standard PC RAS functions, the NSA-series Industrial PC is provided
with other unique RAS functions as standard equipment for even greater system
reliability.
■ Fanless Design
A fanless air-cooled design was devised for the NSA-series Industrial PC to
eliminate concerns about cooling fan failure.
■ High Reliability
The diskless, fanless design and unique RAS functions ensure high reliability for

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 1-1 Overview
1-1-2 Features

systems in which the NSA-series Industrial PC is used. 1

■ USB Port on Front Panel

Overview and Specifications

Two ports for A-type USB connectors are provided as standard equipment on the
front panel. These USB ports can be used even when the NSA-series Industrial PC
is installed in a control panel.
■ Windows XP Embedded
Windows XP Embedded is an OS for embedded use. Purchase the Memory Cards
specified by OMRON, which have Windows XP Embedded already installed. This
OS includes an Enhanced Write Filter for better reliability. Refer to Appendix 2
Using the Enhanced Write Filter for more information.

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 1-2 Specifications
1-2-1 Ratings and Specifications

1
1-2 Specifications
Overview and Specifications

1-2-1 Ratings and Specifications

Item Specifications
OS (when Memory Card is mounted) Preinstalled Windows XP Embedded (NSA-CEX@@)
Processor 600 MHz ULV Intel Celeron M Processor
Storage Type Memory Card (flash memory) (See note 8.)
device (when Capacity 2, 4, or 8 Gbytes (See notes 6.)
Memory Card
Service life (write cycles) 100,000 cycles per 1 block of NAND flash memory
is mounted)
Main memory 256 MB or 512 MB DDR-SDRAM (No-ECC) (See note 9.)
Memory
Cache memory 512-Kbyte Level 2 cache memory (built into the CPU)
Type TFT color LCD
Size NSA12: 12.1 inches, NSA15: 15.0 inches
Resolution 1024 x 768 dots
Display panel 2
Contrast 300 cd/m (typical) (See note 1.)
Viewing angle 130° left to right, 90° up and down
Colors displayed 262,144
Cold Cathode Fluorescent Lamps
Type
NSA12 models: 2 lamps, NSA15 models: 4 lamps
Backlight Contrast adjustment Three-level software adjustment. (See note 2.)
The software reads the lamp burnout detection signal from the
Backlight not lit detection inverter. (See note 3.)
Service life 50,000 hours min. (See note 4.)
Type Analog resistive type
Effective input area NSA12: 247 mm x 185.5 mm, NSA15: 305 mm x 229 mm
Touch panel 10,000,000 operations (with non-stop key stroking using fingers to input)
Operating service life 100,000 characters (with non-stop character entry using a stylus to
input)
Serial ports 2 ports conforming to EIA RS-232C for 9-pin D-SUB male connectors
Ethernet Two 10Base-T/100Base-TX ports for an RJ45 connector
Interface
USB ports Four USB 2.0/1.1 ports for USB-type A connectors (See note 7.)
Memory Card Type I CF Card, 1 slot (bootable drive) (See note 10.)
Expansion slots PCI expansion bus, 1 slot
Special RAS External input port 3-pin connector port for the UPS power interruption signal
board Status LED indicators 4 (RUN/BATLOW/ERR/DIAG)
Monitoring Function (alive, startup, and shutdown monitors), Action
Special RAS board on Errors Function (forced shutdown and forced reboot), External
functions Power Supply Monitor, Motherboard/LCD Operating Time
RAS functions Measurement, and Log Functions.
Motherboard RAS Standard PC RAS info, post error logging, post error retry, CMOS
functions data recovery
POWER indicator Yes (green)
Service life 50,000 hours at 40°C (See note 5.)
Motherboard 5 years at 25°C (NSA-BAT03)
Battery life
RAS board 5 years at 25°C (NSA-BAT03)
Note 1: This contrast value is strictly a reference value at maximum contrast.
2: The contrast cannot be adjusted significantly.
3: It is not the service life, but rather lamp failure due to hardware problems such as a broken
wire that is detected. Backlight not lit detection means both backlight lamps have burnt out.
4: The service life is a guideline for maximum contrast at an ambient temperature around the
cold cathode of 25°C. It is provided strictly for reference. It varies significantly with the
ambient temperature. The service life will be shorter under extreme (high or low)
temperature conditions and falls off sharply particularly under low-temperature conditions.
5: The service life is a guideline that is provided strictly for reference. It varies with factors
such as the installation location and operating conditions.
6: The file system is formatted in advance with NTFS. Both C and D drives have been created
as partitions. The D drive is used by the OS and RAS Utility to store the event logs.

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created as partitions. The D drive is used by the OS and RAS Utility to store the event
logs. 1
7: When using the two USB ports on the front panel, be sure to use a connecting cable less

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than 3 m in length.
8: The NSA-series Industrial PC does not include a Memory Card. Order the Memory Cards
specified by OMRON and use them. (The specified Memory Cards have Windows XP
Embedded already installed.) Refer to Appendix 5 Accessories for information on the
different types of Memory Cards.
9: The NSA12-TX11B/S and NSA15-TX11B/S have 256 MB of memory. The
NSA12-TX12B/S and NSB15-TX12B/S have 512 MB.
10: The Memory Card cannot be inserted or removed while the NSA-series Industrial PC is
running. Also, only True IDE Mode is supported.

1-2-2 General Specifications

Item Specifications
Rated supply voltage 24 V DC
Allowable supply voltage range 20.4 V DC to 27.6 V DC (24 V DC±15%)
Power consumption NSA12: 65 W max., NSA15: 75 W max.
Ambient operating temperature 0 to 50°C (See notes 1 and 2.)
Ambient storage temperature −10 to 60°C (See note 2.)
Ambient operating humidity 10% to 80% with no condensation (See note 2.)
Ambient storage humidity 10% to 85% with no condensation (See note 2.)
Must be free of corrosive gases.
Operating atmosphere
Must be fairly dust free.
Noise resistance Conforms to EN61000-4-4, power supply line: 2 kV
Vibration resistance (in Conforms to JIS C0041, 0.05-mm amplitude at 10 to 55 Hz for 50 min each
operation) in the X, Y, and Z directions
2
Conforms to JIS C0041, 196 m/s three times each in the X, Y, and Z
Shock resistance (in operation)
directions
Dimensions (excluding NSA12: 342 mm x 281 mm x 98 mm (W x H x D)
protrusions) NSA15: 397.5 mm x 296.5 mm x 103 mm (W x H x D)
Weight NSA12: 5 kg max., NSA15: 7 kg max.
Degree of protection Front panel: IP65 or the equivalent (display side only) (See note 3.)
Note 1: The maximum surrounding air temperature rating is 50°C. The ambient operating
temperature may be restricted as described below depending on whether a PCI Board
is installed, the type of Board installed, and the mounting angle of the Unit.

Note 1-1: No PCI Board or One of Following Expansion Boards Installed

• 3G8F7-CLK21-V1 Controller Link Board (hereafter CLK Board)
• CS1PC-PCI01-DRM SYSMAC CS1 Board (hereafter CS1 Board)
(1) The ambient operating temperature is 0 to 25°C when the installation angle is greater than
0° and less than 15° off horizontal (excluding the memory card).
(2) The ambient operating temperature is 0 to 30°C when the installation angle is greater than
15° and less than 45° off horizontal (excluding the memory card).
(3) The ambient operating temperature is 0 to 40°C when the installation angle is greater than
45° and less than 75° off horizontal (excluding the memory card).
(4) The ambient operating temperature is 0 to 50°C when the installation angle is greater than
75° and less than 90° off horizontal (excluding the memory card).

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Note 1-2: PCI Board Other Than a CLK Board or a CS1 Board Installed
1
The internal temperature of the PCI Board will rise 10°C. This may place the
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ambient operating temperature at the high end of the range given in *1-1
above. Therefore, set the ambient operating temperature according to the
ambient operating temperature of the PCI Board that is installed. Check prior
to actual use to make sure the PCI Board will operate properly at the selected
ambient operating temperature.

Example: If an Expansion PCI Board with an ambient operating temperature of 0 to 45°C will be
used with the Unit installed at angle greater than 45° and less than 75° off horizontal,
then the ambient operating temperature must be 0 to 35°C because of the 10°C rise
in the internal temperature of the PCI Board.
90°

Installation angle LCD display side

0°

Note 1-3: Ambient Operating Temperature

The ambient operating temperature is the temperature at a point 50 mm from
the center of the back of the Unit, and it includes the heat generated by the
Unit itself.

Back of the Unit

LCD Ambient temperature

side measuring point

50 mm

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■ Note 2: Use the temperature and humidity ranges in the following diagram.
1

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Note 3: The Unit may not operate properly in locations subjected to oil splashes for extended
periods of time.

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1-2-3 Dimensions and External Appearance

1 1-2-3 Dimensions and External Appearance

Overview and Specifications

NSA12-TX11B/S
NSA12-TX12B/S

NSA15-TX11B/S
NSA15-TX12B/S

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Nomenclature
 2-1 Nomenclature
2-1-1 Front Panel

2-1 Nomenclature
2-1-1 Front Panel
POWER Indicator
2 The green LED is lit when the power is
turned ON.
View with the USB Port Cover Open
Nomenclature

USB Port 2 Connector

A USB type A connector.

USB Port 3 Connector

A USB type A connector.
Display Area USB Port Cover
The entire display area is a touch A cover for the USB ports on the
panel input device. front panel.

2-1-2 Rear Panel

Back Cover Set Screws Back Cover
Loosen these seven screws to Remove the Cover to View with Back Cover Removed
remove the Back Cover. install a PCI Board.

PCI Board Connector

Use this Connector to install a PCI
Board.

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2-1-3 Connectors and Interfaces

Ethernet Port 1 Connector

COM Port 1 Connector An Ethernet cable connector. It is an 8-pin
A 9-pin RS-232C connector. 10Base-T/100Base-TX modular plug.

COM Port 2 Connector USB Port 0 Connector

A 9-pin RS-232C connector. A USB type A connector.

USB Port 1 Connector

RAS Board Cover A USB type A connector.
2
Remove this cover when
making DIP switch settings. PCI Board Slot

Nomenclature
Section A Power Supply Input
The power supply input terminal.

Ethernet Port 2 Connector Functional Ground Terminal

Memory Card Connector This terminal prevents noise-induced malfunctions.
A connector for using a Memory Card. An Ethernet cable connector. It is an 8-pin
10Base-T/100Base-TX modular plug.
Memory Card Cover
A cover to prevent the Memory Card from falling out.

Enlarged Section A BAT LOW Indicator

The red indicator is lit when the RAS Board
RUN Indicator backup battery is exhausted.
The red lamp is
flashing while the RAS UPS Power Interrupt
Board is operating Signal Connector
This connector is used for the power
interrupt signal from the UPS.

ERR Indicator DIAG Indicator

The red lamp is lit when This indicator is disabled during normal operation
a RAS failure occurs. and enabled only during RAS Board
self-diagnosis.

2-1-3 Connectors and Interfaces

■ USB Connector (USB Ports 0, 1, 2, and 3)
NSA-series Industrial PC connector: Standard USB type A Connector
Pin No. Signal
1 VBUS
2 D−
3 D+
1 2 3 4
4 GND

■ RS-232C Connector (COM Ports 1 and 2)

NSA-series Industrial PC connector: 9-pin male D-SUB Connector (See note.)
Pin No. Signal
1 CD Carrier Detect
2 RD Receive
3 TD Send
4 DTR Data Terminal Ready
5 GND Signal ground
6 DSR Data Set Ready
7 RTS Request To Send
8 CTS Clear To Send
9 RI Ring Indicator
Note: Use an SAE screw (4-40UNC) for the connector on
the NSA-series Industrial PC.

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■ Ethernet Connector (Ethernet Ports 1 and 2)

NSA-series Industrial PC connector: RJ45
100Mbps LINK Indicator Pin No. Signal
The green lamp is lit for 100-Mbps connection.
1 TD+ Twisted pair send +
2 TD− Twisted pair send −
3 RD+ Twisted pair receive +
2
4 NC Not used
Nomenclature

5 NC Not used
6 RD− Twisted pair receive −
7 NC Not used
TX/RX ACT Indicator 8 NC Not used
The orange lamp is lit when
sending or receiving via Ethernet.

■ UPS Power Interrupt Signal Connector

NSA-series Industrial PC connector: S3B-PH-K-S (J.S.T. Mfg. Co., Ltd.)
Pin No. Signal
1 2 3 1 ACFAIL
2 NC
3 COM
Note: Set the ACFAIL input voltage to 24 V±10%.

z Equivalent Input Circuit

The NSA-series Industrial PC can read a power interrupt detection signal from the
UPS by supplying power after an open condition occurs between the input
connector terminals or by creating an open condition between the input connector
terminals after power is supplied.

Input connector
Pin 1
24 VDC (10 mA max.)

Pin 3
COM

UPS NSA

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Installing the NSA-

series Industrial PC
and Connecting
Peripheral Devices
 3-1 Basic Operating Procedures
3-2-1 Mounting a Memory Card

3-1 Basic Operating Procedures

This section describes the basic steps for operating the NSA-series Industrial PC.

Step 1 Mount the Memory Card

The NSA-series Industrial PC does not include a Memory Card. Order the Memory
Cards specified by OMRON and use them. (The specified Memory Cards have
Windows XP Embedded already installed.)
Refer to Appendix 5 Accessories for information on the different types of Memory
3 Cards. For information on how to mount the Memory Card, refer to 3-2 Mounting
the Memory Card.
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↓

Step 2 Install the PCI Board (when using a PCI Board)
For details on how to install the PCI Board, refer to PCI Board Dimensions.
↓

Step 3 Set the DIP switch.
In the following situations, remove the RAS Board Cover and set the DIP switch
first before you install the NSA-series Industrial PC in an operating panel.
• To enable the RAS Board’s special Action on Error monitoring function
(forced shutdown or forced reboot).
• To set the ACFAIL signal input method for the external input port (UPS
power interrupt signal connector) to “Normally supplies 24 V; Open at
PWR-FAIL.”
Refer to 3-3-2 Setting the DIP Switch.
↓

Step 4 Install the NSA-series Industrial PC and wire it to the operating
panel.
Refer to 3-4-2 Installing the NSA-series Industrial PC in a Control Panel.
↓

Step 5 Turn ON the 24-VDC external power supply.
Connect a 24-VDC power supply.
Note: Never connect an AC power supply. Otherwise, the NSA-series Industrial PC will
be damaged.
Refer to 3-4-3 Connecting the Power Supply.
Refer to 3-4-4 Connecting the Grounding Wire.

Note The startup and shutdown monitoring functions available from the special RAS
Board enable operating system monitoring to determine whether or not the OS
started up a specified amount of time after the power was turned ON or a specified
amount of time after the system shutdown.
↓

Step 6 Make USB, RS-232C, and Ethernet port connections.
The USB, RS-232C, and Ethernet connections can be made after the power is
turned ON.
↓

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3-2-1 Mounting a Memory Card

Step 7 Adjust the touch panel and display.

Adjust (calibrate) the touch panel positioning as needed.
• Touch panel positioning adjustment (calibration): The pre-installed
universal pointer device driver (UPDD) program is used to calibrate the
touch panel.
Refer to 3-6 Adjusting the Touch Panel and Display.
↓
Step 8 Start up the application.

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 3-2 Mounting the Memory Card
3-2-1 Mounting a Memory Card

3-2 Mounting the Memory Card

3-2-1 Mounting a Memory Card
Follow the steps below to mount the memory card to the connector at the bottom
of the NSA-series Industrial PC.

Install/Remove
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Installed

Memory Card Front

Eject Button

Enlarged Memory Card Diagram Side View

Insert the Memory Card with the backside facing

down. The backside is the side with the notches and
protrusion.
Back of
Notch Memory Card Notch

Protrusion Protrusion

1. Loosen the screw on the Memory Card cover, rotate the cover to the
Install/Remove position, and secure the cover in place.
2. Push the Memory Card in firmly as far as it will go. The Eject Button will pop
out when the Memory Card is securely in place.
3. Loosen the screw on the Memory Card cover, rotate the cover to the
Install/Remove position, and secure the cover in place.

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3-2-2 Removing a Memory Card

3-2-2 Removing a Memory Card

1. Loosen the screw on the Memory Card cover, rotate the cover to the
Install/Remove position, and secure the cover in place.
2. Press the Eject Button. Use your middle finger to press the Eject Button and
place your index finger in front of the memory card to keep it from popping out
and falling on the floor.

Note • The NSA-series Industrial PC does not include a Memory Card. Order the
Memory Cards specified by OMRON and use them. (The specified Memory
Cards have Windows XP Embedded already installed.)
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Refer to Appendix 5 Accessories for information on the different types of
Memory Cards.
• Do not remove the Memory Card while the power to the NSA-series Industrial
PC is turned ON. The Memory Card contains the OS. The system may stop
and the OS data on the Memory Card may become corrupted.

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3-3-1 Installing a PCI Board

3-3 Installing a PCI Board and Setting

the DIP Switch
3-3-1 Installing a PCI Board
Follow the steps below to install a PCI Board.

Step 1 Remove the back cover.

↓
3
Step 2 Install the PCI Board.
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↓
Step 3 Reattach the back cover.

Removing the Back Cover

Note Be sure to turn OFF the NSA-series Industrial PC power supply (external input power
supply) before you remove the back cover.

1. Turn OFF the NSA-series Industrial PC power supply (external input power
supply) and remove the seven screws securing the back cover.

Back cover set screws

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3-3-1 Installing a PCI Board

2. Remove the back cover.

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 3-3 Installing a PCI Board and Setting the DIP Switch
3-3-1 Installing a PCI Board

Installing a PCI Board

1. Remove the single screw shown in the figure below to detach the metal plate
cover for the PCI slot.

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Metal plate cover for the

PCI slot Screw

2. Insert the PCI Board into the PCI Board mounting connector.

PCI Board

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 3-3 Installing a PCI Board and Setting the DIP Switch
3-3-1 Installing a PCI Board

3. Secure the PCI Board with the screw that was removed from the metal plate
cover in step 2.

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Screw

• PCI Board Dimensions

174.63 mm
max.

106.68 mm max.

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3-3-2 Setting the DIP Switch

• PCI Board Dimensions When Mounted

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Note Be sure to check the PCI Board in the actual equipment to make sure it will operate
properly after it is installed.

Reattaching the Back Cover

Reattach the back cover and tighten the seven screws that were removed in step
1 to remove the cover.

Note • Use a PCI Board that complies with the EMC Directive. If a PCI Board that does not
comply with the EMC Directive is used, there are certain measures that the user
must take.
• Be sure to turn OFF the NSA-series Industrial PC power supply (external power
supply) before you remove the back cover and install or remove a PCI Board.
• Refer to PCI Board Dimensions on page 3-9 for mountable board sizes.
• Check the PCI Board that will be used to make sure it operates properly prior to
actual operation.
• The maximum power available at the two PCI Board slots is 5 VDC/1.7 A and
3.3 VDC/0.5 A, respectively.
• There may be ambient operating temperature restrictions depending on the PCI
Board that is used. Make sure the Board is operating within the stipulated
temperature range.

3-3-2 Setting the DIP Switch

Set the DIP switch only to enable the RAS Board’s special Action on Error
monitoring function or to set the ACFAIL signal input method for the external input
port (UPS power interrupt signal connector) to “Normally supplies 24 V; Open at
PWR-FAIL.”

Follow the steps below to set the DIP switch.

Step 1 Open the RAS Board cover.

↓
Step 2 Set the DIP switch.
↓
Step 3 Close the RAS Board cover.

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3-3-2 Setting the DIP Switch

Opening the RAS Board Cover

Note Be sure to turn OFF the NSA-series Industrial PC power supply (external power
supply) before setting the DIP switch.

1. Loosen the two screws securing the RAS Board cover.

2. Slide off the RAS Board cover.
View When RAS Board Cover Is in the Closed Position.

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View when Setting the DIP Switch.

Setting the DIP Switch

RAS Function Settings (Hardware Settings)
Pin Function
No.
1 Not used (Default setting: OFF)
2 Not used (Default setting: OFF)
3 Not used (Default setting: OFF)
4 Not used (Default setting: OFF)
Specifies the method for using the external input port (UPS power
interrupt signal connector).
5
ON: Used for UPS connection.
OFF: Use as general input port (default setting).
Specifies the ACFAIL signal input method for the external input port (UPS
power interrupt signal connector). (See note.)
6 ON: Normally supplies 24 V; Open at PWR-FAIL.
OFF: Normally open; supplies 24 V at PWR-FAIL. (Recommended/default
setting.)
7 Always OFF
8 Enables and disables the Action on Error operation of the special RAS
Board monitoring functions (alive, startup, and shutdown monitoring).
ON: Disables operation when there is an error.
OFF: Enables operation when there is an error (default setting).
Note: Select the appropriate input method for the system you are using.

Closing the RAS Board Cover

1. Slide the RAS Board cover to its closed position.
2. Tighten the two screws to secure the RAS Board cover.

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3-4-1 Environment

3-4 Installing the NSA-series Industrial

PC
3-4-1 Environment
Observe the following points for panel mounting and other NSA-series Industrial PC
installations.

3 Note Do not install the Unit in the following places:

• Locations subject to severe temperature changes
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• Locations subject to temperatures or humidity outside the range specified in the

specifications
• Locations subject to condensation as the result of severe changes in humidity
• Locations subject to exposure to chemicals and other harsh substances.
• Locations subject to intense exposure to oil
• Locations subject to corrosive or flammable gases
• Locations subject to shock or vibration
• Outdoor locations subject directly to wind and rain
• Locations subject to intense ultraviolet rays

Take appropriate and sufficient countermeasures when installing systems in the

following locations:
• Locations subject to static electricity or other forms of noise
• Locations subject to strong electromagnetic fields
• Locations close to power supplies
• Locations subject to possible exposure to radioactivity

Note When unpacking the product, check carefully for any external scratches or other
damage. Also, shake the product gently and check for any abnormal sound.

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3-4-2 Installing the NSA-series Industrial PC in a Control Panel

3-4-2 Installing the NSA-series Industrial PC in a Control Panel

The NSA-series Industrial PC is normally mounted in a panel. Follow the steps
below to mount the Unit.
1. Cut the mounting hole out from the panel.
Panel thickness: 1.6 to 4.0 mm

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2. Insert the NSA-series Industrial PC into the hole from the front of the panel.

3. Use the Mounting Brackets provided to secure the NSA-series Industrial PC in

the panel. Tighten the Mounting Brackets evenly to the specified torque.
Failure to do so may cause the front sheet to buckle.
Tightening torque: 0.5 to 0.6 N·m

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3-4-3 Connecting the Power Supply

Control panel
Mounting bracket
NSA-series
Industries
PC

Control panel
Mounting bracket Screwdriver
3 NSA-series
Industries
PC
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Note • The mounting panel must be between 1.6 and 4.0 mm thick.
• Tighten the Mounting Brackets evenly to a torque of between 0.5 and 0.6 N·m to
maintain water and dust resistance. Make sure the panel is not dirty or warped and
that it is strong enough to hold the product.
• Do not let metal particles enter the product when preparing the panel.

3-4-3 Connecting the Power Supply

Connect a 24 V DC power supply to the power terminals on the NSA-series
Industrial PC.

Note • Do not connect an AC power supply to the power terminals.

• Do not perform a dielectric voltage test.
• Use a DC power supply with minimal fluctuation range
• Use an isolating source. Be sure to connect a DC power supply with reinforced
insulation to the NSA-series Industrial PC. The DC output side power supply should
not be grounded on one end.

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3-4-4 Connecting the Grounding Wire

Power Supply
The following specifications are requirements for power supplies that can be
connected to the NSA-series Industrial PC. Select a power supply that satisfies
the capacity requirement.

Item Value
Supply voltage 24 V DC
Allowable power supply voltage range 20.4 to 27.6 V DC (24 V DC±15%)
Power supply capacity 80 W min.

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Breaker

24 V DC power supply

Connecting Parts

Note Connect to the power supply terminal block using a twisted-pair cable with stranded
copper wire between AWG16 and AWG12, with a rated temperature of 75°C. Tighten
the terminal screws to a torque of 0.5 to 0.6 N·m (5 to 7 lb·in). Be sure the screws are
properly tightened.

Prepare the connection wires as shown in the figure below. Make sure the bare
wires are twisted tightly together.

3-4-4 Connecting the Grounding Wire

The NSA-series Industrial PC has a functional grounding terminal ( ). Make sure
the terminal is properly grounded to prevent the Unit from malfunctioning due to
electrical noise.

Functional
grounding
terminal

Attach a crimp terminal for an M4 screw to the grounding wire.

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8 mm max.

Note • Do not install the NSA-series Industrial PC in the same panel as a noise-
3 generating device like a motor or inverter.
• Make sure the NSA-series Industrial PC is properly grounded to prevent the
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Unit from malfunctioning due to electrical noise.

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3-5-1 Operation

3-5 Starting the Industrial PC and

Procedure after Power Interruption
Make sure that the power supply connected to the NSA-series Industrial PC
satisfies the following specifications for NSA-series Industrial PC startup and
power interruption.

3-5-1 Operation 3
Starting the Operating System

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If the external 24 V DC input voltage is turned OFF, the NSA-series Industrial PC
operating system will start up when the rated input voltage is supplied to the NSA-
series Industrial PC. The input voltage must remain OFF for at least 10 s before it
is turned back ON. (OFF/ON interval: 10 s min.)

Shutting Down the Operating System

The NSA-series Industrial PC shuts down the operating system when it receives a
shutdown request from a software application, or when the user executes a
shutdown operation. When the shutdown is completed, the NSA-series Industrial
PC will turn OFF all DC outputs except the 5-Vs auxiliary power supply.

Power Interruptions
If the 24 V DC input voltage from the external power supply is interrupted, all
NSA-series Industrial PC power supplies, including the 5-Vs auxiliary power
supply, will turn OFF. If this occurs during any operation, including shutdown, that
operation may not be successfully completed. Be sure to turn OFF the external
24 V DC input voltage after the shut down is completed. The NSA-series Industrial
PC does not have UPS or other recovery functions for power outages or power
interruptions. These functions will have to be provided externally (on the system
side).

Note Confirm the safety of the system before turning the power ON or OFF.

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3-5-2 Operating Sequence for the External Power Supply

3-5-2 Operating Sequence for the External Power Supply

The following diagram shows the power supply control sequence under normal
operating conditions.
External input

Do not turn OFF the input

voltage while the NSA is
operating.
Input voltage 10 s min.
held OFF for at
least 10 s.

3 NSA built-in power supply

(excluding the 5-Vs auxiliary
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power supply) OS shutdown begins

NSA
NSA operating
NSA starts up

NSA starts up
OS shutdown ends

Note • If the external input voltage is interrupted, it must remain OFF for at least 10 s
before it is turned back ON. (OFF/ON interval: 10 s min.)
• If the external input voltage is interrupted during any operation, including
shutdown, that operation may not be successfully completed. Shut down the
NSA-series Industrial PC and turn OFF the external 24 V DC input voltage.
The NSA-series Industrial PC does not have UPS or other recovery functions
for power outages or power interruptions. These functions will have to be
provided externally (on the system side).
• Make sure that the power supply connected to the NSA-series Industrial PC
satisfies the following specifications for NSA-series Industrial PC startup and
power outages.
• The entire system may shut down depending on how the power is turned ON
or OFF. Follow the correct procedure for turning the power ON and OFF.

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3-6-1 Calibrating the Touch Panel

3-6 Adjusting the Touch Panel and

Display
3-6-1 Calibrating the Touch Panel
This section describes the procedure for calibrating the touch panel.
1. Calibrate the touch panel whenever it deviates markedly from its coordinate.
Connect a USB keyboard and mouse to the NSA-series Industrial PC before
calibrating the touch panel. Make sure the keyboard and mouse are properly
connected. 3

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2. Start up the NSA-series Industrial PC and select Start – Programs – UPDD –
Settings from the bottom left corner of the screen to launch the settings
program.

Settings

3. Click the Calibration Tab on the Pointer Device Properties Menu, then click
the Calibrate Button.

Calibrate Button Make sure the EEPROM

Calibration box is selected.

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3-6-1 Calibrating the Touch Panel

4. The calibration screen will appear. Touch the tip of the arrow on the touch panel
screen. When that calibration point is entered, an arrow will appear in another
location. Touch the tip of the each arrow that appears.
Touch the tip of the arrow to input a calibration point.

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5. After all the calibration points have been entered, the Check calibration dialog
box will appear. A message will be displayed prompting you to save the
calibration data. If there were no problems with the calibration points, press the
OK Button or the Enter Key on the keyboard. If there was a problem with a
calibration point, do not touch anything for 10 seconds. The calibration data will
be discarded and will not be saved.

OK Button

Note • The touch panel may deviate from its coordinates over time. We recommend
that you re-calibrate the touch panel whenever that occurs.
• Input may fail if the touch panel is pressed continually at high speed. Confirm
each input before moving on to the next entry.

Note The calibration data is stored on the EEPROM in the NSA-series Industrial PC. If the
EEPROM calibration box is not checked, the calibration data will be stored in Windows.

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3-6-2 Adjusting the Display

3-6-2 Adjusting the Display

The brightness of the display can be set to high brightness, medium brightness,
and low brightness using the adjustments for the LCD backlight brightness (a RAS
Utility). By using the color correction function, you can further adjust the
brightness of the entire display. This section will explain how to adjust the display
using the color correction function.

1. Start the NSA-series Industrial PC, and select Start - Program - IEGD –
IEGDGUI from the Start Menu.

Installing the NSA-series Industrial PC and Connecting Peripheral Devices

IEGDGUI

2. The IEGDGUI Dialog Box will be displayed. Click on the Color Correction Tab
to display the Color Correction Tab Page.

Color
Correction
Tab

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3. Change the Brightness setting in the Gamma Correction Area of the Color
Correction Tab Page to adjust the brightness of the entire display. Press the
Apply Button to apply your changes. If the setting is satisfactory, press the OK
Button to close the dialog box.

.
Brightness setting

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Installing the NSA-series Industrial PC and Connecting Peripheral Devices

OK Button

Note Do not change any settings other than those specified in these instructions. Doing so
may create problems with your display.

Note • Press the Restore Defaults Button to return the display to its default settings.
• Reduce the brightness setting to reduce the brightness of the display.
Conversely, increase the brightness setting to increase the brightness of the
display.
• If it becomes difficult to read the display, adjust the contrast to make it
readable again.

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RAS Functions
 4-1 RAS Function Details
4-1-1 What Is the RAS Solution for OMRON Industrial PCs?

4-1 RAS Function Details

NSA-series Industrial PCs are equipped with standard PC RAS functions and
other unique RAS functions that can be used to construct highly reliable systems.

4-1-1 What Is the RAS Solution for OMRON Industrial PCs?

RAS functions have important roles in various business scenes using industrial
PCs, where high reliability of a PC is required, as well as advanced features and
high performance. The OMRON RAS Solution is a comprehensive capability to
constantly monitor the system status and send information on any detected error to
users and the system. RAS functions can shutdown and/or enable the system to
recover safely.
An OMRON Industrial PC embedded with a specific RAS Board can greatly
enhance reliability through a RAS system that combines RAS Middleware and a
RAS Utility. The RAS system in an OMRON Industrial PC provides main the
4 following functions:
• A Monitoring Function is provided to constantly monitor the hardware and
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software of the industrial PC and provide the user failure notification when an
error is detected or a failure occurs.
• An Auto-recovery Function forcefully shuts down the system when a failure
occurs to prevent further faults and reboot the system for recovery.
• A Logging Function saves events in operating the industrial PC (such as power
supply ON/OFF events, OS startup/shutdown events, etc.), system status when
a failure occurs, and conditions of the motherboard (i.e., the temperature and
power supply) in RAS Board memory backed up by a battery.
• The Log Analysis Function analyzes the cause and/or tendency of failures using
large amounts of log data saved in memory.

4-1-2 Monitoring and Auto-recovery

Monitoring Functions
The RAS functions enable users to monitor operation status and detect failures.
The Industrial PC provides the following monitoring functions.
• Startup Monitoring: Provides notification of failures that occur while starting
(i.e., from turning ON the power supply until startup has been completed).

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4-1-2 Monitoring and Auto-recovery

• Alive Monitoring: Provides notification of failures that occur while the OS is

running (i.e., from startup to shutdown).
• Shutdown Monitoring: Provides notification of failures that occur while shutting
down or rebooting.
• External Power Supply Undervoltage/Interruption Monitoring: Detects
abnormal power interruptions for the external power supply.
• Temperature Monitoring: Detects abnormal temperatures in the Motherboard.
• Voltage Monitoring: Detects abnormal power supply voltages in the
Motherboard.
• Cumulative Operating Time Monitoring: Detects excessive cumulative
operating time.
• RAS Board Monitoring: Detects errors in the RAS Board.
• LCD Monitoring: Detects errors in the LCD.
Action on Error (Forced Shutdown/Forced Reboot)
This function can enable systems to recover to improve the operation rate or 4
terminate the system to prevent further faults after detecting a failure.

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OMRON Industrial PCs with RAS functions have the following capabilities:
• Rebooting the system automatically when the operating system freezes,
• Starting the system and restoring operation automatically after the Motherboard
stops because of a failure, such as overheating due to runaway operation,
• Repeating reboot attempts automatically until the system is successfully
activated, if the system hangs up at startup, and
• Forcefully terminating the system automatically when the system takes too much
time to shut down.
Failure Notification
The Failure Notification function reports a failure when the failure occurs or after
the system recovers from the error. It notifies the user of a failure with a pop-up
message that allows the user to immediately identify the situation without fail.
• The user is notified of power failure that causes shutdown of the system.
• When the system goes down due to some failure, this function notifies the user
of the nature of the failure and the status of the Industrial PC after the system
recovers from the error.
• The user is immediately notified of any abnormal temperature or voltage in the
Motherboard.
• The user is notified that LCD Backlight lifetime is nearing its limit.
Status Monitor
The industrial PC’s operating status can be monitored from the RAS Utility. The
following RAS information can be monitored:
• Motherboard temperatures (CPU temperature and chipset temperature),
• Motherboard voltages (2.5 V, Vccp, VTR, 5 V, 12 V, HVCC, 1.5 V, and 1.8 V
values),
• Cumulative operating times (motherboard/LCD and RAS Board),
• RAS system settings,
• LCD operating status,
• RAS Board operating status,
• Number of errors that have occurred, and
• Failure status.

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4-1-3 Logging Function and Log Analysis Function

4-1-3 Logging Function and Log Analysis Function

The system keeps a log of operational events as well as of the status of the
Industrial PC (temperature, voltage, etc.) in memory. The logs are saved in the
RAS Board memory even if the Industrial PC cannot start due to a failure, so the
user can analyze the log based on the information stored in the RAS memory in
order to identify the cause of the failure. The RAS Utility includes Filter and Find
functions to analyze logs. These functions allow the user to analyze the logs more
effectively by specifying events in a particular period or classifying events in
categories.
The RAS Utility allows the user to import/export log files. The user may export log
files to save logs to a file on a regular basis. The user may also import log files to
compare and analyze past logs with logs currently in the memory or to conduct log
analysis on another OMRON Industrial PC.

4-1-4 Architecture
An OMRON Industrial PC’s RAS system functions are achieved with the RAS
4 Board, RAS Middleware (RAS Service), and RAS Utility.
RAS Board: This is expansion hardware used to monitor failures that occur in the
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software/hardware of an OMRON Industrial PC. The RAS Board can restart the
system to recover normal operation when it detects a failure. Additionally, it saves
power supply ON/OFF status, OS startup/shutdown status, and logs of various
failures in the memory backed-up by a battery. This enables the user to analyze
the conditions when failures occur and identify trends.
RAS Middleware: This software operates as part of Windows services. It
communicates with the RAS Board to allow the detection of failures in the
operating system. It also serves as an interface between the RAS Utility and RAS
Board.
RAS Utility: This is a resident application that is automatically activated when
Windows starts. When the RAS Utility detects a failure in the RAS Board, it
provides notification of the failure through a pop-up message that immediately
identifies the failure situation. The RAS Utility also provides functions to analyze
logs that are saved in the RAS Board memory, allowing efficient analysis of the
conditions when failures occur and trends. Additionally, the RAS Utility allows the
OMRON Industrial PC’s RAS functions to be set flexibly, including the RAS Board
settings.

Software
• Shows a dialog to report errors
RAS Utility periodically RAS Utility • Log Analysis
reads the status of RAS • Configuring RAS System
Board/Motherboard

RAS Middleware (RAS Service)

OS (Windows XP Embedded) RAS Board periodically

communicates with the RAS
Middleware to monitor the OS
to see if it is operating.
Hardware

Motherboard

• Hardware Monitoring
• Software Monitoring Memory
LCD RAS Board
• Recovery Monitoring results are
(Power OFF/Reset) stored in the memory.

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4-2-1 Special RAS Board Functions

4-2 Special RAS Board Functions

The following RAS functions are available when an NSA-series Industrial PC RAS
Board is installed.

4-2-1 Special RAS Board Functions

Function Description
Alive monitoring Provides notification of failures that occur while the OS is running (i.e.,
from startup to shutdown). The RAS Board periodically communicates
with the RAS Middleware on the Motherboard to monitor the OS status.
Startup monitoring Provides notification of failures that occur while starting (i.e., from
turning ON the power supply until startup has been completed).
Monitors startup after the power supply is turned ON to see if startup is
completed within the set time.
Shutdown monitoring Provides notification of failures that occur while shutting down or
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rebooting. Monitors shutdown after a command to shut down the OS

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has been given to see if shutdown is completed within the set time.
Action on error Recover processing will be automatically performed when there is
(forced shutdown or notification of a failure. If a forced shutdown is specified, the power
forced reboot) supply to the Industrial PC will be turned OFF. If a forced reboot is
specified, the power supply to the Industrial PC will be turned OFF and
then back on to reboot.
External power supply Monitors the external power supply for abnormal power interruptions.
monitor
Motherboard/LCD Measures the operating time of the Motherboard and LCD backlight.
operating time
measurement
Log function Enables saving and reading log data.

4-2-2 Setting Procedure

The NSA-series Industrial PC DIP switch must be set to enable the special RAS
Board functions.

„ Setting the DIP Switch

Set the correct DIP switch settings for the operating environment before you use
the NSA-series Industrial PC for the first time. Remove the back cover to set the
DIP switch. Refer to 3-3 Installing a PCI Board and Setting the DIP Switch for
details on removing the back cover.

DIP switch

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4-2-2 Setting Procedure

z Setting the DIP Switch

RAS Function Settings (Hardware Settings)
Pin Function
No.
1 Not used (Default setting: OFF)
2 Not used (Default setting: OFF)
3 Not used (Default setting: OFF)
4 Not used (Default setting: OFF)
Specifies the method for using the external input port (UPS power interrupt signal
connector).
5
ON: Use for UPS connection.
OFF: Use as general input port (default setting).
Specifies the ACFAIL signal input method for the external input port (UPS power
interrupt signal connector). (See note.)
6
ON: Normally supplies 24 V; Open at PWR-FAIL.
OFF: Normally open; supplies 24 V at PWR-FAIL. (Recommended/default setting.)
4 7 Always OFF
Enables and disables the Action on Error operation of the special RAS Board
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monitoring functions (alive, startup, and shutdown monitoring).

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ON: Disables operation when there is an error.
OFF: Enables operation when there is an error (default setting).
Note: Select the appropriate input method for the system you are using.

Note Be sure to turn OFF the NSA-series Industrial PC power supply (external input power
supply) before setting the DIP switch.

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4-3-1 Standard PC RAS Data

4-3 Motherboard RAS Functions

The NSA-series Industrial PC can read standard PC RAS data (voltage,
temperature, fan rpm). It also has additional unique RAS functions, such as POST
error logging, POST error retry, and CMOS data recovery.

4-3-1 Standard PC RAS Data

The NSA-series Industrial PC can read the following standard PC RAS data.
No. Monitored Description
hardware data
Temperature data read via the SMBus interface
CPU temperature
1 (hardware monitor interface). (Not converted to degrees
sensor
centigrade)
Fan rpm (2 fans) and the fan log (per fan) read via the
No. of fan rotations
2 SMBus interface (hardware monitor interface). (Not
(See note.)
converted to rotations per minute) 4
Voltages read via the SMBus interface (hardware monitor

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interface). The following voltages can be read.
HVCC (3.3 V)
V12 (+12 V)
V5 (+5 V)
3 Board voltage VTR (3.3 V)
V25 (+2.5 V)
Vccp
V18 (+1.8 V)
V15 (+1.5 V)
(Not converted to voltage)
BIOS startup log data (approximately 40 bytes for the 10
4 POST error logs most recent errors) read from specified CMOS addresses
in the chipset.
Note: The NSA-series Industrial PC does not have a fan.

Note Although the NSA-series Industrial PC will read RAS data from the super I/O chip
(SMSC LPC47M192) and the chipset (Intel 855GME+Intel 6300ESB) on the
motherboard, it does not do conversions, such as converting to degrees of temperature.
Refer to respective datasheets for data processing (data conversion) details.

4-3-2 Unique RAS Functions

„ POST Error Log
When POST errors occur, the 4-byte POST error code, time, month, and date for
up to 32 errors are logged as individual POST error records. These records can be
read from the BIOS setup menu.
Error data can be retained indefinitely without relying on the internal battery for
backup because POST error logs are saved in the motherboard EEPROM. This
also means that error data can only be deleted from the BIOS setup menu.
Note: After 32 errors, the most recent error will overwrite the oldest error. Individual
error records cannot be deleted. If you delete one error record, they will all be
deleted.

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4-3-2 Unique RAS Functions

„ POST Error Retry Function

z Normal Mode
The message Press the F1 Key to Resume, Press the F2 Key to Setup will be
displayed on the screen to abort the startup.

z Retry Mode
The message Press < F1> to Resume, <F2> to Setup will be displayed on the
screen for the amount of time specified at the timer setting. When that time has
elapsed, the system will attempt to restart and the process will repeat up to the
number of times specified in the retry counter setting. There are three options for
the next operation after the specified number of retries is exceeded: startup, stop,
or power OFF.

Function Setting Description

Retry Counter 1 to 15 Sets the number of retries.
Timer 1, 3, 5, 10, or 15 Sets the amount of time until the next retry.
4 Enables or disables whether to ignore the error
Enabled
Auto Resume when the number of retries is exceeded and resume
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Disabled
startup.
Enabled Enables or disables power OFF when Auto Resume
Power Off
Disabled is disabled.
z Auto Mode
The message Press < F1> to Resume, <F2> to Setup will be displayed on the
screen for the amount of time specified at the timer. Any errors will be ignored and
startup will resume.
Function Setting Operation
Sets the amount of time until the next retry when an
Timer 1, 3, 5, 10, or 15
error occurs.

„ NVRAM Function
The motherboard has a chipset with a 256-byte CMOS (banks 1 and 2) and a
512-byte EEPROM (bank 3) for CMOS expansion. Banks 1 and 2 must be backed
up by the internal battery and are used to store BIOS settings. Bank 3 does not
have to be backed up by the internal battery and is used to store backup BIOS
settings and POST error logs.
Bank Size Placement Occupied Size Application
CMOS in
Bank-1 128 bytes 128 bytes BIOS
Chipset
CMOS in 88 bytes BIOS
Bank-2 128 bytes
Chipset 40 bytes Reserved
256 bytes CMOS backup area
Bank-3 512 bytes EEPROM 128 bytes POST error log storage area
128 bytes Reserved

The EEPROM can only be initialized from the BIOS setup menu.
Function Setting Description
Press the Enter Key to delete all data from the EEPROM
Clear EEPROM Press Enter (0 clear).

Note: Use with caution because initializing will also clear POST error log data.

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4-3-3 Setting Procedure

„ CMOS Data Recovery Function

BIOS can save BIOS settings to the CMOS and can restore those settings from the
CMOS.
Function Setting Description
Press the Enter Key to save the current BIOS settings. The
Backup
Press Enter message In progress, please wait will be displayed while
CMOS
the settings are being saved.
Press the Enter Key to restore the last saved BIOS
Restore
Press Enter settings. The message In progress, please wait will be
CMOS
displayed while the settings are being restored.
Note: Clock data cannot be saved or restored.

4-3-3 Setting Procedure

„ BIOS Settings
The POST error retry, NVRAM, and CMOS data recovery functions can be set 4
from the BIOS setting screen.

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4-4-1 RAS Utility Functions

4-4 RAS Utility Functions

The RAS Utility software helps the user make the most of all of the RAS functions.
The RAS Utility is a resident application that is started automatically, and has the
following RAS functions.

4-4-1 RAS Utility Functions

Item Function
Failure Notification The Failure Notification function reports a failure when the failure
occurs or after system recovery. It notifies the user of a failure with a
pop-up message.
Status Monitor This function lists the industrial PC’s hardware and software status,
which is read periodically.
Log Analysis The causes of failures and failure trends can be analyzed efficiently
based on the log data stored in the RAS Board.
4 RAS Settings This function can be used to set the Industrial PC’s RAS settings,
including the RAS Board’s settings.
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4-4-2 Setting the Failure Notification Function

The following procedure enables the Failure Notification Function.
1. The following window will be displayed just after the RAS Utility starts.
Click the RAS Utility Icon in the taskbar to display the pop-up menu and select Open to
open the window.

Click.

Select Open.

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4-4-2 Setting the Failure Notification Function

2. The following window will be displayed. Click the ON Button in the Failure Notification Area
to enable the Failure Notification Function.

Failure Notification

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The icon shows the status of the Failure Notification Function.
Failure Notification is enabled.

Failure Notification is disabled.

3. When Failure Notification is enabled, the following pop-up window will be displayed if a
failure occurs. The window will display details on the current failure.
Report

View More Detail

Button

Shutdown OS Button

Restart OS Button

Close this Window

Button

Note: For details on using this window, refer to the RAS Utility’s Help function.

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4-4-2 Setting the Failure Notification Function

Clearing Failure detected Status

If the NSA is started when a failure is detected, the failure notification function will operate,
and the Failure-detected Notification Dialog Box will be displayed. The failure-detected status
must be cleared so that the Failure-detected Notification Window is not displayed at startup.

Click View more detail.

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To clear the failure-detected status, select Action – Clear Failure-detected Mode from the
View more detail Dialog Box.
Select Clear Failure-detected Mode from the Action Menu.

Changing the Settings of the Shutdown OS and Reboot OS Buttons in

the RAS Utility
Refer to C:\Program Files\OMRON\tools\Button Setting\Readme.html to enable or disable
these buttons.

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4-4-3 Checking the PC’s Operating Status using the Status Monitor

4-4-3 Checking the PC’s Operating Status using the Status Monitor
Detailed information can be displayed on the Industrial PC.
• RAS Board: This tab page shows information on the occurrence of failures and the RAS
Board’s operating status.

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• Motherboard: This tab page shows the Motherboard’s voltage and temperature information.

Note: For details on using this window, refer to the RAS Utility’s Help function.

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4-4-4 Log Viewer (Filter and Find)

4-4-4 Log Viewer (Filter and Find)

The RAS Utility obtains the log from the RAS Board and Motherboard. The log data can be
analyzed efficiently with the Filter and Find Functions.

Log List

4
RAS Functions

• Filter
Displays a list of the log data that meet the filter conditions.

• Find
Focuses on the log data that meets the search conditions.

Note: For details on using this window, refer to the RAS Utility’s Help function.

Note To change the log date or time if incorrect, select Action – Date/Time Setting from the
RAS Utility Menu to make the setting.

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Section 5
Maintenance
 5-1 Maintenance
5-1-1 Data Backup

5-1 Maintenance
Perform all maintenance work stipulated here to ensure optimum performance of
the NSA-series Industrial PC.

WARNING

Do not disassemble, cut, modify, or burn the product, and do not touch
internal parts while the power is ON. Doing so may cause electric
shock or fire.

5-1-1 Data Backup

Always back up your data and keep the backup in a safe place because the
NSA-series Industrial PC may have to be sent out for repairs or replaced if a
malfunction should occur.
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5-1-2 Spare Units
Maintenance

We recommend that you always keep spare Units on hand to get your system up
and running again as quickly as possible in case a malfunction should occur or the
screen becomes unreadable upon reaching the lifetime of the backlight.

5-1-3 Backlights (LCD Module)

The LCD module will have to be replaced if the contrast on the display declines
and the screen becomes difficult to read.

„ Guidelines for Replacing the Backlight (LCD Module)

A period of 50,000 hours of operation at room temperature with normal humidity
can be used as a guideline for replacing the backlight.
The service life of the backlight can vary significantly with the ambient temperature.
It is shortened by extremely high or low temperatures, falling off sharply under
low-temperature conditions. Request replacement of the backlight when the
brightness has dropped to half of the brightness when it was new.
Do not attempt to replace the LCD module yourself. Contact your OMRON
representative to replace the LCD module.

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 5-1 Maintenance
5-1-4 Batteries

5-1-4 Batteries
One lithium battery on the motherboard and another on the RAS board are used to
back up the calendar, clock, and log data. The service life of these batteries is
approximately five years in an operating environment maintained at 25°C and is
shorter in environments with a higher ambient temperature. Replace the batteries
periodically depending on the operating environment.
Motherboard battery: NSA-BAT03
RAS board battery: NSA-BAT03

„ Guidelines for Replacing Batteries

The guidelines for replacing lithium batteries are as follows:
• Five years have elapsed since a new battery was installed.
• The BATLOW indicator on the RAS Board is lit (the RAS Board battery
only).

Note • Dispose of any battery that has been dropped on the floor or otherwise subjected to
excessive shock, as this may cause the battery fluid to leak.
• Make sure you have the correct type of battery and that you install it properly.
• Replace the battery yourself.
• Operation may not be normal if a battery other than the specified battery is used.
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„ Procedure for Replacing Batteries

Maintenance
Connector

Connector
RAS board battery
Motherboard battery

„ Changing the RAS Board Battery

1. Backup the maintenance status data held in the RAS board.
Refer to C:\Program Files\OMRON\tools\readme.html for the backup
procedure for maintenance status data on the RAS board.
2. Remove the back cover. (Refer to 3-3-1 Installing a PCI Board.)
3. Remove the RAS board battery from the clamps, and then unhook the
connectors.
4. Replace the battery, and then assemble the unit in the reverse order.
5. Register the maintenance status data in the RAS board.
Refer to C:\Program Files\OMRON\tools\readme.html for the registration
procedure for maintenance status data in the RAS board.

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 5-1 Maintenance
5-1-4 Batteries

Note • Maintenance status data will become corrupted when the RAS board battery is
replaced. The maintenance status data on the RAS board must be backed up and
then registered.
• Be sure to turn OFF the NSA-series Industrial PC power supply (external input power
supply) before you remove the back cover.

„ Replacing the Motherboard Battery

1. Remove the back cover. (Refer to 3-3-1 Installing a PCI.)
2. Remove the motherboard battery from the clamps, and then unhook the
connectors.
3. Replace the battery, and then assemble the unit in the reverse order.
4. Initialize the BIOS settings, and then set the time and date.
(1) Setting up the BIOS and Starting the BIOS Menu
A Keyboard is required to set up the BIOS and access the BIOS menu.
Connect a USB keyboard.
The following message will be displayed at the bottom of the window when the
system power supply is turned ON.
• Logo Displayed

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Maintenance

• Logo Not Displayed

Press <F2> to enter SETUP
Press the F2 Key while the message is displayed. The Setup Menu will start, and
the Main Setting Dialog Box will be displayed.

Note: The password must be entered if one has been set.

(2) Initializing BIOS Settings

Select Exit – Load Setup Defaults using the Arrow Key, and press the Enter Key.
The BIOS settings will be initialized.

(3) Setting the Date and Time

Using the Arrow Key, select Main – System Time or System Date to set the time or
date.
System Time HH:MM:SS Time setting
System Date MM/DD/YYYY Date setting

(4) Setting up BIOS and Exiting the BIOS Menu

Select Exit – Exit Saving Changes using the Arrow Key, and press the Enter Key.
The BIOS settings will be saved, and the menu will close (restart).

Note • The BIOS will be unstable after the motherboard battery has been replaced. Be sure
to initialize BIOS and redo the time and date settings.
• The system may not start (nothing will be displayed) after the motherboard battery
has been replaced. If this occurs, unhook the motherboard battery connector with the
device power supply OFF, and reconnect the battery after waiting 10 s.

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 5-2 Cleaning and Inspecting
5-2-1 Cleaning

5-2 Cleaning and Inspecting

Clean and inspect the NSA-series Industrial PC regularly to ensure optimal
performance.

5-2-1 Cleaning
The display becomes difficult to read when it gets dirty. Be sure to clean it regularly
as described below.
Use a soft, dry cloth to wipe off the display every day. Do not use excessive force
to clean a display that is very dirty because you may damage the front panel.
Instead, moisten the cloth first to remove the dirt.
• If wiping the display with a dry cloth fails to remove the dirt, moisten the cloth
with a highly diluted solution of mild detergent (2%) and then wring the cloth
well before using it to wipe off the display.
• Adhering rubber, vinyl, or tape to the Unit for extended periods of time will stain
the NSA-series Industrial PC. Remove these items from the Unit each time you
clean it.

Note Never use chemically treated cloth or volatile solvents, such as benzene or thinner, to
clean the product. 5

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5-2-2 Inspecting
Inspect the NSA-series Industrial PC once or twice a year. Shorten the interval
between inspections if the operating environment is extremely warm, moist, or
dusty.

„ Inspection Items
Inspect the following items to make sure they are within acceptable levels
according to the judgment criteria. If the inspection results fall outside these levels,
improve the operating environment and re-tighten screws or take other measures
to bring the results back within the acceptable range.

Inspection
Inspection item Inspection details Judgement criteria
method
Supply voltage Power terminal voltage Allowable voltage fluctuation Circuit tester
fluctuation range (24 VDC±15%)
Ambient operating Ambient temperature in the 0 to 50°C (See 1-2-2.) Thermometer
conditions operating panel and near the
LCD display
Ambient humidity in the 10% to 85% (See 1-2-2.) Hygrometer
operating panel and near the
LCD display
Presence of dust No dust built up. Visual
Presence of oil build up No specks of oil between the Visual
front panel and the molded
plastic.
Mounting Loose Mounting Brackets Tightened to the specified Torque
conditions torque screwdriver

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5-2-2 Inspecting

Inspection
Inspection item Inspection details Judgement criteria
method
Cable connector status Connectors are fully inserted, Phillips head
locked in place, and show no screwdriver
signs of looseness.
Loose screws on external No looseness. Flat-blade
wiring screwdriver
External connecting cable No problems such as cuts or Visual, circuit
status cracks. tester
Consumables Backlight contrast Sufficient contrast Visual
Service life at room temperature
(25°C): Use 50,000 hours as a
guideline.
Batteries 5 years at room temperature Replace every 5
(25°C) years.

Note • Do not attempt to disassemble, repair, or modify the product in any way.
• Dispose of the product and batteries according to local ordinances as they apply.
Have qualified specialists properly dispose of used batteries as industrial waste.

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 5-3 Troubleshooting Guide
5-3-1 Remedies for Problems

5-3 Troubleshooting Guide

This section describes remedies for problems that may occur during operation of
the product. Refer to the following table if a problem occurs.

5-3-1 Remedies for Problems

Problem Possible cause Remedy
Entry on the touch panel is not The touch panel was repeatedly Confirm each entry before
working. pressed too quickly. moving to the next entry.
The entry position on the touch Deterioration over time caused Deterioration over time may
panel is misaligned. misalignment. cause misalignment in the
coordinates compared to when
the touch panel was new. If this
occurs, recalibration is
recommended. Refer to 3-6-1
Calibrating the Touch Panel.
The PCI board does not fit. The PCI board is larger than the Refer to 3-3 Installing a PCI
specified size. Board and Setting the DIP
Switch for information on the PCI
boards that can be used.
The PCI board does not operate. The power supplied to the PCI There are limits to the power that
board is insufficient. can be supplied to PCI boards. 5
Check the PCI board

Maintenance
specifications.
The PCI board is not being used There are restrictions on the
in the proper ambient operating ambient operating temperature
temperature range. depending on the PCI board
used. Use the PCI board in the
proper ambient operating
temperature range.
The power supply is not input. The 24-VDC power is not being Check the power supply
supplied. connection wiring. Refer to 3-4-3
Connecting the Power Supply.
The time between turning OFF The external input voltage must
the external input voltage and be held OFF for 10 s min
turning ON the power again is between the time the external
too short. input voltage is turned OFF and
the time the power is turned ON
again. (Wait at least 10 s before
turning the power supply ON
again.)
The OS does not operate. The start monitor time for the Disable the Startup Monitoring
RAS board is too short. Function of the RAS board. If it
cannot be disabled, turn ON DIP
switch pin 8 to disable the Action
on Errors Function. Refer to 3-2
Installing a PCI Board and
Setting the DIP Switch.
There is a Windows system Contact an OMRON sales
error. representative if the Windows
XP Embedded OS does not
operate properly.

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 5-3 Troubleshooting Guide
5-3-1 Remedies for Problems

Problem Possible cause Remedy

Failure notification is not given. Failure notification is disabled. Enable failure notification. Refer
to 4-4-2 Setting the Failure
Notification Function.
The DIP switch is set to disable Set the DIP switch to disable the
the Action on Errors Function. Action on Errors Function and
restart the device. Refer to 3-3
Installing a PCI Board and
Setting the DIP Switch.
The date or time of the RAS log The date or time in the OS was Set the time for RAS before
does not match the date or time changed. setting the time for the RAS
of the OS. Utility. Refer to 4-4-4 Log Filter
(Filter and Find).
There is insufficient memory. The memory capacity is Close all unnecessary
insufficient. applications. If memory is still
insufficient after closing
unnecessary applications, set up
virtual memory. For information
on setting up virtual memory,
refer to Appendix 6 Using Virtual
Memory.

5
Maintenance

5-8
Appendix
 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-1 Using the Setup Menu

Appendix 1 BIOS Setup

This section describes the procedure for using the BIOS setup menu of the
NSA-series Industrial PC. The screens shown in this document are only examples
and may differ slightly from the actual screens depending on the product.

Appendix 1-1 Using the Setup Menu

■ Starting Up and Exiting the BIOS Setup Menu

A Keyboard is required to set up the BIOS and access the BIOS menu.
Connect a USB keyboard.
A message box like the one shown below will be displayed at the bottom of the
screen when the system power supply is turned ON.

Logo Displayed:

Logo Not Displayed:

Press <F2> to enter SETUP.

1. Press the F2 Key while the message box is displayed to launch the setup menu.

Appendix 2. The Main Setting Screen will be displayed.

Note: You must enter a password if one has been set.
Appendix

3. Use the Down, Left, or Right Arrow Key to go to the next item and use the Enter
Key to select the item.
Note: Refer to Appendix 1-5 Main Menu for details on individual screens.

Select the Exit Screen to exit from the setup menu.

Note: Refer to Appendix 1-11 Exit Menu for details on exit options.

Note The RAS Board’s startup monitoring is performed even during BIOS setup. Disable the
startup monitoring function when making the BIOS settings. If the startup monitoring
function cannot be disabled, turn ON pin 8 of the DIP switch to disable the Action on
Error function.

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-2 Screen Configuration

Appendix 1-2 Screen Configuration

Help Field
Menu Bar Explains the item that is
Displays menu items. currently selected.

Appendix
Setting Field
Displays the items and settings available from each Key List

Appendix
menu. Use the Up, Down, Left, and Right Arrow Displays a brief description
Keys to select an item. The item that is currently of available keys.
selected will be highlighted in reverse.

Appendix 1-3 BIOS Setup Menu Keys

BIOS setup items can only be set from a keyboard. The following table lists the
keys that are available from the BIOS setup utility and what the keys mean.

Key Meaning
←→ Switches menus.
↑↓ Selects the item that will be set.
/+ Increases or decreases a value.
Tab Moves to the next field.
Shift+Tab Moves to the previous field.
F1 Displays the General Help Window for BIOS setup.
F9 Loads the default configuration value.
F10 Saves the settings to CMOS and exits the BIOS setup utility.
ESC Moves to the Exit Menu or moves to the Main Menu from a Submenu.
Enter Sets a value and moves to a submenu if one is available.

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-4 Menu Configuration

Appendix 1-4 Menu Configuration

The BIOS Menu lists the following selections. Submenus may be provided for more
specific settings.
Menu Description Reference
Main Sets the basic system configuration options. Appendix 1-5
Advanced Sets the Advanced Features available on your Appendix 1-6
system’s chipset.
Intel Sets the ECC and video function options for the Appendix 1-7
chipset.
Security Sets the user and supervisor passwords as well as the Appendix 1-8
backup and virus check options.
Power Sets the operation that will be executed after a power Appendix 1-9
failure.
Boot Sets the device startup order. Appendix 1-10
Exit Exits the setup menu and saves, restores, or deletes Appendix 1-11
EEPROM settings.

Main

IDE Channel 0 Master

IDE Channel 0 Slave

IDE Channel 1 Master

Appendix IDE Channel 1 Slave

IDE Channel 2 Master

Appendix

IDE Channel 3 Master

Advanced

I/O Device Configuration

Hardware Monitor

Post Error Logging

Post Error Process

Keyboard Features

Intel

MCH Control

Video Control

Security

Power

Boot

Exit

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-5 Main Menu

Appendix 1-5 Main Menu

Main Menu: Basic System Configuration Settings

Function Setting Description

System Time HH:MM:SS Sets the system clock. Appendix
System Date MM/DD/YYYY Sets the system date.

Appendix
IDE Channel 0 Moves to submenu 1.
Master & Slave
IDE Channel 1 [None] Secondary IDE is not available.
Master & Slave
IDE Channel 2 & 3 Moves to submenu 2.
Master
System Memory N/A Displays the capacity of the
conventional memory detected at
startup.
Extended Memory N/A Displays the capacity of the
extended memory detected at
startup.
Note: The settings shown in the table are initial values.

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-5 Main Menu

(1) IDE Channel 0 Master Sub-Menu: IDE Settings

Function Setting Description

Type [Auto] Sets the type of device that is
None connected to the system. Normally
ATAPI Removable select the Auto option.
Appendix CD-ROM
IDE Removable
Appendix

Other ATAPI
User
Total Sectors N/A Displays the total number of sectors.
Maximum Capacity N/A Displays the total capacity.
Multi-Sector Transfers [16 Sectors] Sets the number of sectors sent per
(Not available if the block.
Auto option is
selected.)
LBA Mode Control [Enabled] Enables the LBA mode.
(Not available if the
Auto option is
selected.)
32 Bit I/O [Disabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfers
Enabled between the CPU and IDE.
Transfer Mode [FPIO 4/ DMA 2] Selects the method used to transfer
(Not available if the data between the hard disk and system
Auto option is memory.
selected.)
Ultra DMA Mode [Disabled] Sets the ultra DMA mode for
(Not available if the transferring data.
Auto option is
selected.)
Note: The settings shown in the table are initial values.
The settings shown in the table above are values with an 80-Gbyte hard disk connected.

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-5 Main Menu

(2) IDE Channel 2 & 3 Master Sub-Menu: IDE Settings

Function Setting Description

Type [Auto] Sets the type of device that is
None connected to the system.
ATAPI Removable
CD-ROM Appendix
IDE Removable

Appendix
Other ATAPI
User
Multi-Sector Transfers [Disabled] Sets the number of sectors sent per
(Not available if the block.
Auto option is
selected)
LBA Mode Control [Disabled] Enables the LBA mode.
(Not available if the
Auto option is
selected)
32 Bit I/O [Disabled] Enables or disables 32-bit data transfers
Enabled between the CPU and IDE.
Transfer Mode [Standard] Selects the method used to transfer
(Not available if the data between the hard disk and system
Auto option is memory.
selected)
Ultra DMA Mode [Disabled] Sets the ultra DMA mode for
(Not available if the transferring data.
Auto option is
selected)
Note: The settings shown in the table are initial values.
The settings shown in the table above are values with a SATA hard disk connected.

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-6 Advanced Menu

Appendix 1-6 Advanced Menu

Advanced Menu: Chipset Expanded Function Settings

3
4
5
6
7

Function Setting Description

Installed O/S Other Selects the operating system that is
Appendix Win2000 installed on your system.
[WinXP]
Appendix

Reset Configuration Data [No] Select Yes if you want to clear

Yes Extended System Configuration Data
(ESCD) area.
Large Disk Access Mode Other Sets the large disk access mode.
[DOS]
Serial ATA Disabled Enables or disables the serial ATA
[Enabled] bus.
SATA RAID Enable [Disabled] Enables or disables RAID functions
(Serial ATA: Available only Enabled via serial ATA.
when enabled is selected)
I/O Device Configuration Moves to submenu 3.
Hardware Monitor Moves to submenu 4.
Post Error Logging Moves to submenu 5.
Post Error Process Moves to submenu 6.
Keyboard Features Moves to submenu 7.
Legacy USB Support [Disabled] Enables or disables support for the
Enabled Legacy Universal Serial Bus. Normally
select the Disabled option.
Summary Screen Disabled Displays the System Summary
[Enabled] Screen.

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-6 Advanced Menu

Function Setting Description

Boot-time Disabled Displays the Self-diagnosis Screen. The
Diagnostic Screen [Enabled] OMRON Logo is not displayed when
this function is enabled.
Quick Boot Mode [Disabled] Selects the Quickboot Mode for startup.
Enabled
Note: The settings in the table are initial values.

(3) I/O Device Configuration Settings

PhoenixBIOS Setup Utility
Advanced

I/O Device Configuration Item Specific Help

COM Port 1: [Enabled]

Base I/O address: [3F8]
Interrupt: [IRQ 4]

COM Port 2: [Enabled]

Base I/O address: [2F8]
Interrupt: [IRQ 3]

COM Port 3: [Enabled]

Base I/O address: [3E8]
Interrupt: [IRQ 6]

COM Port 4: [Enabled]

Base I/O address: [2E8]
Interrupt: [IRQ 5] Appendix

Appendix
F1 Help ↑ ↓ Select Item −/+ Change Values F9 Setup Defaults
Esc Exit ←→ Select Menu Enter Select Sub-Menu F10 Save and Exit

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-6 Advanced Menu

Function Setting Description

COM Port 1 Disabled Enables or disables COM port 1.
[Enabled]
Base I/O address [3F8] Selects the I/O address allocated to the
2FB COM port.
3E8
2E8
Interrupt [IRQ 4] Selects the IRQ allocated to the COM
IRQ 3 port.
COM Port 2 Disabled Enables or disables COM port 2.
[Enabled]
Base I/O address 3F8 Selects the I/O address allocated to the
[2F8] COM port.
3E8
2E8
Interrupt IRQ 4 Selects the IRQ allocated to the COM
[IRQ 3] port.
COM Port 3 Disabled Enables or disables COM port 3.
[Enabled]
Base I/O address 3F8 Selects the I/O address allocated to the
2FB COM port.
[3E8]
2E8
220
228
238
338
Interrupt IRQ 5 Selects the IRQ allocated to the COM
Appendix [IRQ 6] port.
COM Port 4 Disabled Enables or disables COM port 4.
Appendix

[Enabled]
Base I/O address 3F8 Selects the I/O address allocated to the
2FB COM port.
3E8
[2E8]
220
228
238
338
Interrupt [IRQ 5] Selects the IRQ allocated to the COM
IRQ 6 port.
Note: The settings in the table are initial values.

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-6 Advanced Menu

(4) Hardware Monitor Settings

Function Setting Description

V+12 Display only +12 V
V+1.5 Display only +1.5 V
V+1.8 Display only +1.8 V
V+2.5 Display only +2.5 V Appendix
V+3.3 Display only +3.3 V

Appendix
V+5 Display only +5 V
Vccp Display only +1.05 V
VHVCC Display only +3.3 V
CPU Temp Display only CPU temperature
Ambient Temp Display only System temperature
FAN 1 speed Display only CPU fan rpm
FAN 2 speed Display only System fan rpm
Note: The settings in the table are initial values.
The display will show 0 RPM if no fan is connected.

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-6 Advanced Menu

(5) POST Error Logging: POST Error Log Settings

Function Setting Description

Post Error Logging Disabled Enables or disables POST error
[Enabled] logging when an error occurs.
Clear All Error N/A Deletes all POST error logs.
Appendix View Post Error Log [View Log] Displays the POST error logs. Up to
Hide Log 32 POST error log records can be
Appendix

saved in the EEPROM.

Note: The settings in the table are initial values.

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-6 Advanced Menu

(6) POST Error Process Settings

Function Setting Description

Mode [Normal] Selects the operation that will be
Retry performed when a POST error occurs.
Auto Normal: Shuts down after an error
occurs. Appendix
Retry: Shuts down when the number of

Appendix
retries is exceeded or turns the power
OFF.
Auto: Ignores the error and resumes
startup.
Retry Counter 1 Sets the number of retries from 1 to 15.
(Mode: Available only when 2
Retry is selected.) [3]
4
.
.
14
15
Timer 1 Sets the amount of time before the next
(Mode: Available only when [3] retry after a POST error occurs.
Retry or Auto is selected.) 5
10
15
Auto Resume [Enabled] Selects whether to ignore the error
(Mode: Available only when Disabled when the number retries for a POST
Retry is selected.) error is exceeded and resumes startup.
Power Off Enabled Selects whether to turn the power OFF
(Mode: Available only when [Disabled] when the number of retries is exceeded
Retry is selected.) for a POST error.
Note: The settings in the table are initial values.

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-6 Advanced Menu

(7) Keyboard Features

Function Setting Description

NumLock [Auto] Enables the NumLock Key on the
On keyboard.
Off
Appendix Key Click [Disabled] Enables or disables the audible beep
Enabled when a key is pressed on the keyboard.
Appendix

Keyboard auto-repeat [30/sec] Selects the number of times per second

rate 26.7/sec to repeat a keystroke when you hold a
21.8/sec key down.
18.5/sec
13.3/sec
10/sec
6/sec
2/sec
Keyboard auto-repeat 1/4 sec Selects the delay time after a key is held
delay [1/2 sec] down before it begins to repeat the
3/4 sec keystroke.
1 sec
KBC Error [Disabled] Enables or disables the keyboard
Enabled connection check at startup. Normally
select the Disabled option.
Note: The settings in the table are initial values.

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-7 Intel Menu

Appendix 1-7 Intel Menu

8
9

Function Setting Description

MCH Control Moves to submenu 8.
Video Control Moves to submenu 9. Appendix

Appendix
(8) MCH Control

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-7 Intel Menu

Function Setting Description

DDR ECC Operation Disabled Enables or disables ECC functions.
(Available only when [Enabled] It is disabled automatically when
ECC memory is used) non-ECC memory is used.
Note: The settings in the table are initial values.

(9) Video Control

Appendix
Appendix

Function Setting Description

Default Primary [PCI] Selects the primary video adapter that will be
Video Adapter AGP used.
IGD - Memory Size UMA = 1MB Selects the size of memory that will be used
[UMA = 8MB] for graphics.
UMA = 16MB
UMA = 32MB
IGD - Boot Type [VBIOS Default] Selects the type of monitor output provided at
CRT startup.
LCD Selecting VBIOS default will provide either a
CRT + LCD CRT or a DVI (EFP) monitor output.
EFP Note that VBIOS cannot provide a VGA and
CRT + EFP DVI monitor output at the same time. If a VGA
and a DVI monitor are connected at the same
time, the DVI monitor will be used.
IGD – LCD Panel 640×480 LVDS Selects the type of LCD monitor that will be
Type 800×600 LVDS used.
[1024×768 LVDS]
1280×1024 LVDS
1400×1050 LVDS1
1400×1050 LVDS2
1600×1200 LVDS
8: Reserved …
16: Reserved
Note: The settings in the table are initial values.
The NSA-series Industrial PC does not have a connector for a CRT or DVI (EFP) monitor.

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-8 Security Menu

Appendix 1-8 Security Menu

Security Menu: Supervisor Password, Backup and Virus Check Settings

Function Setting Description

FirstWare [High] Sets the FirstWare authentication level.
Authentication Medium This setting is not available if FirstWare Appendix
Level Low is not used.

Appendix
Supervisor Password Display only Displays the supervisor password
(Clear/Set) status.
User Password Display only Displays the user password status.
(Clear/Set)
Set Supervisor Up to seven Sets the supervisor password.
Password alphanumeric
characters
Set User Password Up to seven Sets the user password.
alphanumeric
characters
Fixed disk boot sector [Normal] Sets the level of protection for the boot
Write Protect sector.
Virus check reminder [Disabled] Displays backup and virus check
System backup Daily reminders at startup. Enabled when a
Weekly password is set.
Monthly
Password on boot [Disabled] Requires a password on startup if
enabled.
Note: The settings in the table are initial values.

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-9 Power Menu

Appendix 1-9 Power Menu

Power Menu: Power Management Settings

Function Setting Description

After Power Failure Stay OFF Selects the operation executed
Appendix Last State after a power failure.
[Power ON] Stay OFF: Always stay OFF
Appendix

Last State: Return to the most

recent state.
Power ON: Always stay ON
Note: The settings in the table are initial values.

Note Normally, select the Power ON setting because the NSA-series Industrial PC does not
have a START switch.

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-10 Boot Menu

Appendix 1-10 Boot Menu

Boot Menu: Startup Device Settings

Function Setting Description

Priority of the Boot Removable Device Specifies the priority in the search for a
Device Hard Drive startup device. Appendix
CD-ROM Drive

Appendix
Network Boot
Note: Press the Enter Key to show additional devices when a value has a plus (+) sign next to it.

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 Appendix 1 BIOS Setup
Appendix 1-11 Exit Menu

Appendix 1-11 Exit Menu

Exit Menu: Exiting the Setup Menu

Function Setting Description

Exit Saving Changes N/A Saves changes and exits.
Appendix Exit Discarding Changes N/A Discards changes and exits.
Load Setup Defaults N/A Returns to default settings.
Appendix

Discard Changes N/A Discards changes.

Save Changes N/A Saves changes.
Backup CMOS [Press Enter] Saves the current CMOS settings to
EEPROM.
Restore CMOS [Press Enter] Restores the CMOS settings in
EEPROM to the CMOS.
Clear EEP-ROM [Press Enter] Clears all CMOS settings and POST
error log data in EEPROM.
Note: The settings in the table are initial values.

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 Appendix 2 Using the Enhanced Write Filter
Appendix 2-1 About the EWF Function

Appendix 2 Using the Enhanced Write

Filter
This section describes the use of the Enhanced Write Filter (EWF) for increasing the reliability of the
NSA-series Industrial PC.

Appendix 2-1 About the EWF Function

To protect the OS and application software stored in the Memory Card of the
NSA-series Industrial PC, it is possible to prohibit the writing of data to the
Memory Card. This is done by using the Enhanced Write Filter of the Windows XP
Embedded OS. By using this function, any data that is to be written from the OS
or application software to a Memory Card is emulated in the main memory, so it
appears to the user that the data is written or settings are changed in the same
manner as in ordinary Windows operation, but in reality all data and settings
changes are deleted each time Windows is restarted or the power is turned OFF.
The EWF function is disabled when the NSA-series Industrial PC is shipped from
the factory. To use the EWF function, you must enable it (see Appendix 2-3).
When the EWF function is enabled and it is necessary to update data on the
Memory Card due to settings changes or file updates, the updated content can be
reflected as described in Appendix 2-4. Another way to do this is to disable the
EWF function and update the data to the Memory Card directly, as described in
Appendix 2-5. When any change is made to the EWF function, the Unit must be
restarted for the change to take effect.
Appendix

Appendix 2-2 Confirming the Operating State of the EWF Function

Appendix
Display the command prompt screen, then input the following command to confirm
the operating state of the EWF function.
Command: ewfmgr c:
Execution Example

Definition: State
Displays the operating state of the EWF function.
ENABLED – Indicates that the EWF function is enabled. The function will
emulate writing data to the Memory Card.
DISABLED – Indicates that the EWF function is disabled. Data will be
directly written to the Memory Card.

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 Appendix 2 Using the Enhanced Write Filter
Appendix 2-3 Enabling the EWF Function

Appendix 2-3 Enabling the EWF Function

Display the command prompt screen, then input the following command to enable
the EWF function. After the Unit is normally restarted, the data on the DOM will not
be directly written, but will be emulated on the main memory.
Command: ewfmgr c: -enable
Execution example

Appendix 2-4 Updating Data on the Memory Card When the EWF
Function Is Enabled
Display the command prompt screen, then input the following command to update
the data on the Memory Card even when the EWF function is enabled. The next
time that the Unit is normally restarted or shut down, the data that was emulated on
the main memory will be reflected on the Memory Card.
Appendix
Command: ewfmgr c: - commit
Execution example
Appendix

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 Appendix 2 Using the Enhanced Write Filter
Appendix 2-5 Disabling the EWF Function

Appendix 2-5 Disabling the EWF Function

Display the command prompt screen, then input the following command to disable
the EWF function. The next time that the Unit is normally restarted or shut down,
the data that was emulated on the main memory will be reflected on the Memory
Card. After the Unit is normally restarted, the data on the Memory Card will be
directly written.
Command: ewfmgr c: - commitanddisable
Execution example

Appendix 2-6 Precautions

• When the EWF function is enabled, since the data written to the Memory Card
is emulated on the main memory, the system memory space will be reduced
and operation may become unstable when a large amount of data is written. To Appendix
prevent this problem, it is recommended that large amounts of data be written

Appendix
to a memory media other than the Memory Card.
• The writing lifetime per sector of the Memory Card on this Unit is 100,000 cycles.
In order to increase the reliability of the Memory Card, it is recommended that
the Unit be used with the EWF function enabled.
• In the Industrial PC, the OS and RAS Utility store the event logs in the D: drive.
Consequently, the EWF function must be disabled with respect to the D: drive in
order to save the event logs even after the Industrial PC is restarted.

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 Appendix 2 Using the Enhanced Write Filter
Appendix 2-7 Reference

Appendix 2-7 Reference

For detailed specifications of the EWF function, see the following URL addresses.

EWF Definitions:
http://msdn.microsoft.com/library/default.asp?url=/library/en-us/xpehelp/html/xerefewfdefinitions.asp

EWF Overview:
http://msdn.microsoft.com/library/default.asp?url=/library/en-us/xpehelp/html/xeconewfoverview.asp

EWF Architecture:
http://msdn.microsoft.com/library/default.asp?url=/library/en-us/xpehelp/html/xeconewfarchitecture.asp

EWF Manager Commands:

http://msdn.microsoft.com/library/default.asp?url=/library/en-us/xpehelp/html/xetskewfmanagerusage.asp

For detailed information on the usage and options of the ewfmgr command,
designate the /? option from the command prompt to display the help section.

Appendix
Appendix

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 Appendix 3 Precautions for Changing Factory Settings for Windows XP Embedded

Appendix 3 Precautions for Changing

Factory Settings for
Windows XP Embedded
When changing the factory settings for the Windows XP Embedded system that is
preinstalled in NSA-series Industrial PCs, keep the following points in mind.
• The Windows firewall is enabled when the product is shipped from the factory.
Make the appropriate settings as required.
• The administrator password is not set when the product is shipped from the
factory. Set a password as required. If a password has been set, however, a
keyboard will be required when logging on.
• To use a USB-connected floppy disk drive, keyboard, or mouse when starting
Windows to update the BIOS or recover the Windows system, select Advanced
from the BIOS set-up menu and set Legacy USB Support to Enabled.
• Windows XP Embedded is an OS designed for embedded use. Some application
programs that operate on the Windows XP Professional OS may not operate on
the Windows XP Embedded OS of an NSA-series Industrial PC. In addition, the
Windows components cannot be added and deleted by selecting Add or Remove
Programs from the Control Panel.

Appendix

Appendix

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 Appendix 4 Connecting an NE1S-Series CPU Unit

Appendix 4 Connecting an NE1S-Series

CPU Unit
Two serial ports cannot be used at the same time if the NE Programmer is installed
in the NSA-series Industrial PC and an NE1S-Series CPU Unit is connected using
the USB port. The use of either COM1 or COM 2 must be prohibited.

1. Start the NSA-series Industrial PC and open the Control Panel from the Start
Button at the bottom left of the screen. Select System.

Appendix
Appendix

2. Click the Hardware Tab in the displayed System Properties Dialog Box, and
click the Device Manager Button.

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 Appendix 4 Connecting an NE1S-Series CPU Unit

3. Select the communications port (either COM1 or COM2) from the Device
manager.

Note: COM3 and COM4 are used by the NSA-series Industrial PC system internally. Do not
select these ports.

4. Click the General Tab in the displayed Communications Port Properties Dialog
Box and change Device usage to Do not use this device (disable), then click the
OK Button.

Appendix

Appendix

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 Appendix 5 Accessories

Appendix 5 Accessories
The following products are available as accessories for the NSA-series Industrial
PC.

Product name Model Application

Replacement Battery NSA-BAT03 Replacement battery for
motherboard and RAS board.
Anti-reflection For 12-in display NS12-KBA04 Sheet to protect the display
Sheet For 15-in display NS15-KBA04 from reflection. Apply to the
display.
Memory Cards 2 GB NSA-CEX02-E Memory Cards with the
4 GB NSA-CEX04-E English version of Windows
8 GB NSA-CEX08-E XP Embedded preinstalled.
2 GB NSA-CEX02-J Memory Cards with the
4 GB NSA-CEX04-J Japanese version of Windows
8 GB NSA-CEX08-J XP Embedded preinstalled.

Appendix
Appendix

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 Appendix 6 Using Virtual Memory
Appendix 6-1 Setting and Deleting the Paging File

Appendix 6 Using Virtual Memory

The NSA-series Industrial PC is set by default to not use virtual memory. When
physical memory alone is not sufficient, it is necessary to set up a paging file and
use virtual memory. This section will explain how to set up a paging file on the
Memory Card so that virtual memory can be used.

Note There is a limit to the number of times that the Memory Card can be written. Setting a
paging file will shorten the life of the Memory Card. Create a paging file on the Memory
Card only when the physical memory capacity is insufficient. Generally, when using the
NSA-series Industrial PC, it is recommended to return the paging file setting to its
default setting, so that the paging file is not used.

Appendix 6-1 Setting and Deleting the Paging File

1. Select Start – Control Panel – Performance and Maintenance – System
Properties, and click the Advanced Tab. Click the Settings Button in the
Performance Area.

Appendix

Appendix

Note If the Control Panel is set to classic mode, select Start – Control Panel – System
Properties.

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2. Click the Advanced Tab and then click the Change Button in the Virtual
Memory Area.

3. Next we will set up or delete the paging file.

1) The following steps are for setting up the paging file.
Make sure that the drive selected is C: (i.e., the Memory Card). Then select the
Custom size Option, and input values to specify the Initial Size and Maximum
Size Fields.
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In the Initial size Field, input the amount of memory that you want to use for the
paging file.
In the Maximum size Field, input the maximum amount of memory that you want
to use for the paging file.

Note A paging file of the size that you specified will be created in the drive that you specified.
In the example shown above, a 753-MB file will be created in the C: drive (i.e., the
Memory Card). Check the amount of free space on the Memory Card, and set the initial
size and maximum size appropriately.

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2) The following steps are for deleting a paging file that was previously set up.
Make sure that the drive selected is C: (i.e., the Memory Card). Then select the
No paging file Option.

4. Click the Set Button, and then click the OK Button.

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Note The No paging file Option will not take effect if you click the OK Button without first
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5. Make sure the paging file size that you selected appears in the Virtual Memory
Area.

If the paging file size that you selected appears, the paging file setup has been
done properly. If it does not appear, return to step 2, above, and make the
settings again.
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The operating system must be restarted for the settings to delete the paging file
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(selecting the No paging file Option in step 3 above) to take effect. After resetting the
operating system, check the paging file size again and make sure that it is 0 MB.

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