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Summary of MP1X17A
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１ mp1x17a™ rugged portable computer technical reference revision a.
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Mp1x17a technical reference chassis plans i w arranty the following is an abbreviated version of chassis plans’ warranty policy for portable products. For a complete warranty statement, contact chassis plans or visit our website at www.Chassis-plans.Com. Chassis plans portable computing products are...
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Mp1x17a technical reference chassis plans ii t rademarks chassis plans®, the original industrial computer source®, systems engineered to perform™ and mp1x17a™ are trademarks or registered trademarks of chassis plans. Ibm, pc/at, vga, ega, and ps/2 are trademarks or registered trademarks of internati...
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Mp1x17a technical reference chassis plans iii handling precautions static electricity warning this product contains components which may be damaged by electrostatic discharge. When the system is assembled and the rear cover is installed, the system is inherently immune to electrostatic discharge. It...
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 1 - introduction / specifications chassis plans 1 chapter 1 – introduction / specifications chassis details the mp1x17a rugged enterprise class portable computer is designed to meet the needs of mission critical applications, providing configurations that are trul...
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 1 - introduction / specifications chassis plans 2 features 17" sxga 1280x1024 lcd anti-glare tempered glass shield to protect lcd rugged aluminum alloy construction designed for harsh environments fits atx motherboard 7 plug-in card slots two external 5-1/4" drive...
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 1 - introduction / specifications chassis plans 3 power supply the mp1x17a uses a standard ps/2 style power supply. Several options are available for ac and dc input including redundant supplies. The system is normally configured with a minimum 650w single supply ...
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 1 - introduction / specifications chassis plans 4 specifications chassis external chassis aluminum extrusion/aluminum alloy with rubber corners internal chassis aluminum alloy frame motherboard form factor atx 9.6x12-inches card slots 7 externally accessible (left...
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 1 - introduction / specifications chassis plans 5 2.0 getting started left side view front open view front view rear open view right side view keyboard.
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 1 - introduction / specifications chassis plans 6 15 .08 17. 06 17. 09 9. 00 7x a dd −i n ca rd s lo t s at x m o t h er boa rd i/o a re a ps /2 p o w e r su ppl y 17 " tf t l c d 12 80 x1 02 4 2x 5 −1/ 4" dri ve b ays 1x sl im d v d 1x 3 −1/ 2" dri ve ba y 12 0mm...
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Mp1x17a technical reference section 2 - operation chassis plans 7 chapter 2 - operation 2.1 release the keyboard from main unit by pressing the 2 buttons located on each side of the keyboard to release the locking mechanism, and then pull out the keyboard. 2.2 you have the option of leaving the keyb...
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Mp1x17a technical reference section 2 - operation chassis plans 8 2.3 connect the keyboard/touchpad cable to the rj45 connector at the front bottom right corner of the chassis. Make sure the pin direction is correct when inserting. Note that the keyboard can be closed without disconnecting this plug...
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Mp1x17a technical reference section 2 - operation chassis plans 9 2.5 connect the power cable into the power supply unit in the main chassis on the left. 2.6 press the power button in the front right panel of the chassis to power up the unit. Insert power cord press once to power on.
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Mp1x17a technical reference section 2 - operation chassis plans 10 2.7 the right front panel of the chassis provides access to the indicator lights, reset, power and usb ports. 2.8 the left side of the chassis provides access to the plug-in card expansion slots, motherboard i/o and ac power connecto...
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Mp1x17a technical reference section 2 - operation chassis plans 11 2.9 two cooling fans are located in the chassis, one located on the rear and another on right side. 2.10 access to the system board i/o panel is on the bottom left side of the chassis..
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Mp1x17a technical reference section 2 - operation chassis plans 12 2.11 acces to the optical drive and any removable drive kit or drive mounting device is on the right hand side of the chassis. 2.12 there are four buttons located on the right side of the lcd. Use the lcd osd to adjust the display to...
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 3 – internal hardware access chassis plans 13 chapter 3 – internal hardware access warning be sure the power cable is not connected to the system before proceeding. Even with the power “turned off”, the power supply will be supplying standby voltages to the mother...
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 3 – internal hardware access chassis plans 14 3.2 remove the 4 screws to remove the stabilizer bar from the chassis to access the internal chassis. 3.3 remove the left side cover plate by unscrewing the 3 hex screws on the left side. Lift off the plate when loose....
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 3 – internal hardware access chassis plans 15 3.4 remove the 4 screws on the chassis to remove the power supply unit from the chassis. 3.5 remove the right side cover plate by unscrewing the 2 hex screws on the right side. Unscrew unscrew unscrew unscrew unscrew u...
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 3 – internal hardware access chassis plans 16 3.6 remove the right side cover door by lifting off. 3.7 remove the 2 mounting screw and slide the drive cage outward from its rail. Unscrew unscrew.
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 3 – internal hardware access chassis plans 17 3.8 install the motherboard i/o shield plate on the left side of the chassis opening and the proper standoff mounting according to the motherboard mounting requirements. Be careful a standoff is not touching any traces...
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 3 – internal hardware access chassis plans 18 3.10 you can remove the 3.5” attachment alone by removing the bottom assembly. The slim dvd can also be optional. 3.11 install your add-in cards as necessary and secure tightly. Unscrew unscrew.
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 3 – internal hardware access chassis plans 19 3.12 fit the vga or dvi cable through the top the slot first prior to installation display card and connect the header. 3.13 reassemble chassis in reverse order. It is important to neatly dress any wires and cables to ...
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 4 - maintenance chassis plans 20 chapter 4 - maintenance while the mp1x17a system is ruggedly designed and constructed, it is still a sensitive computing device and should be treated accordingly. Do not subject it to abuse such as dropping it or letting it bounce ...
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 5 - troubleshooting chassis plans 21 chapter 5 - troubleshooting the following are quick problem solving tips. Please contact chassis plans customer service department at service@chassisplans.Com or by calling 858-571-4330 for technical assistance. Note: unplug th...
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 5 - troubleshooting chassis plans 22 5.4 no internal display (lcd): 1. Check that all the proper power up procedures have been performed. 2. Connect an external crt to the vga port to check if video is present. 3. If video is present on external crt, check the int...
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Mp1x17a technical reference chapter 6 – packing list chassis plans 23 chapter 6 – packing list package contents description qty 1 user’s manual user’s reference guide 1 2 esd bag esd bag for additional packaging 1 3 power cord power cord 1 4 screw pack screw pack (stabilizer) 1 5 stabilizer supports...