MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware User Manual

June 16, 2024
MOXA

BXP-C100 Series Hardware User Manual
Version 1.1, December 2023
www.moxa.com/products

BXP-C100 Series Hardware

BXP-C100 Series Hardware User Manual
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Technical Support Contact Information
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Introduction

The BXP-C100 wall-mount computers are powered by a 11th Gen Intel® Celeron® or Intel® Core™i5, or i7 processor. The computers come with a rich set of interface options including up to 10 software-selectable RS-232/422/485 serial ports, up to 10 gigabit Ethernet ports, 4 digital inputs, and 4 digital outputs. The communication interfaces are located on the front and rear sides of the product, enabling easy access and expansion for industrial applications. A dual-storage design that includes CFast and SD slots enables easy storage expansion. The unique battery fastener cover design for the battery slot secures the battery in place and ensures stability in all operating environments.

Package Checklist
Each model is shipped with the following items:

  • BXP-C100 Series computer
  • Wall mounting kit
  • 2-pin terminal block for DC power
  • 10-pin terminal block for DI/DO
  • Quick installation guide (printed)
  • Warranty card

NOTE
Please notify your sales representative if any of the above items are missing or damaged.

Product Features
BXP-C100 computers include the following features:

  • Box type computer with fanless design
  • 11th Gen Intel® Core™ Processors
  • Rich interface options for up to 10 serial ports or up to 10 LAN ports.
  • -30 to 60°C wide-temperature design
  • Compact size that fits multiple field applications

BXP-C100 Hardware Specifications
NOTE
The latest specifications for Moxa’s products can be found at https://moxa.com.

Hardware Introduction

The BXP-C100 Series wall-mount computers are compact, well-designed, and rugged enough for industrial applications. LED indicators help you monitor performance and identify trouble spots, multiple serial ports allow you to connect different devices for wireless operation, and the reliable and stable hardware platform lets you devote your attention to developing your applications.

Appearance
Front View
BXP-C100-C1-T/BXP-C100-C5-T/BXP-C100-C7-T Models

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 1

BXP-C100-C1-8L-T/BXP-C100-C5-8L-T/BXP-C100-C7-8L-T Models

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 2

BXP-C100-C1-8C-T/BXP-C100-C5-8C-T/BXP-C100-C7-8C-T Models

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 3

BXP-C100-C1-2L3C-T/BXP-C100-C5-2L3C-T/BXP-C100-C7-2L3C-T Models

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 4

Rear View
BXP-C100-C1-T/BXP-C100-C5-T/BXP-C100-C7-T

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 5

BXP-C100-C1-8L-T/BXP-C100-C5-8L-T/BXP-C100-C7-8L-T

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 6

BXP-C100-C1-8C-T/BXP-C100-C5-8C-T/BXP-C100-C7-8C-T

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 7

BXP-C100-C1-2L3C-T/BXP-C100-C5-2L3C-T/BXP-C100-C7-2L3C-T

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 8

Dimensions
BXP-C100-C1-T/BXP-C100-C5-T/BXP-C100-C7-T Models

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 9

BXP-C100-C1-8L-T/BXP-C100-C5-8L-T/BXP-C100-C7-8L-T Models

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 10

BXP-C100-C1-8C-T/BXP-C100-C5-8C-T/BXP-C100-C7-8C-T Models

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 11

BXP-C100-C1-2L3C-T/BXP-C100-C5-2L3C-T/BXP-C100-C7-2L3C-T Models

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 12

LED Indicators
The following table describes the LED indicators located on the front panel of BXP-C100 computers.

LED Name LED Color LED Function
Power Green  Power is ON
OFF No power input or any other power error

Ethernet
(10/100 Mbps) (1000 Mbps)| Green| Steady ON: 10/100 Mbps Ethernet link Blinking: Data is being transmitted or received
Yellow| Steady ON: 1000 Mbps Ethernet link
Blinking: Data is being transmitted or received
OFF| No Ethernet connection
Storage (CFast)| Yellow| Blinking: Data is being accessed from the CFast card
OFF| Data is not being accessed from the CFast card

Reset Button
Press the Reset button on the front panel of the computer to reboot the system. Pushing the Reset button will restart the system immediately and any unsaved data will be lost.
NOTE
The BXP-C100 does not support a reset-to-default function.

Real Time Clock (RTC)
The BXP-C100’s real-time clock is powered by a lithium battery. You can easily replace the battery yourself using an optional battery kit. Refer to the Replacing the RTC Battery section for details. However, please note that there is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by an incorrect type of battery. Contact a qualified Moxa support engineer if you have questions or need help replacing the RTC battery.

ATTENTION
There is a risk of explosion if the battery is replaced by a battery of the incorrect type.

Hardware Connection Description

In this chapter, we describe how to connect the BXP-C100 to the network and to various devices.
Installing the BXP-C100
The BXP-C100 computer comes with two wall-mounting brackets. Attach the brackets to the computer using three screws on each side as indicated in the diagram.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 13

Fastening Torque: 10Kgf-cm
The six screws for the mounting brackets are included in the product package. Refer to the following illustrations for detailed specifications.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 14

To mount a BXP-C100 computer to a wall or cabinet, use two screws on each side for the mounting brackets as shown in the illustration.
NOTE
The four screws for attaching the wall-mounting brackets to the wall or cabinet are NOT included in the product package; they need to be purchased separately.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 15

The specifications of the 4 screws to be purchased separately is indicated in the diagram.

After mounting the BXP-C100 computer using the wall-mounting kit and fastening the 4 screws to fix the mounting brackets to the wall or cabinet, push the computer downwards to ensure that the device is secured firmly to the mounting surface.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 17

NOTE
This computer is intended to be installed only in an area with restricted access. In addition, for safety reasons, the computer should be installed and handled only by qualified and experienced professionals.

ATTENTION
Safety First!
Be sure to disconnect the power cord before installing and/or wiring your BXP-C100.
Wiring Caution!
Calculate the maximum possible current in each power wire and common wire. Observe all electrical codes dictating the maximum current allowable for each wire size. If the current goes above the maximum ratings, the wiring could overheat, causing serious damage to your equipment.
Temperature Caution!
Be careful when handling the unit. When the unit is plugged in, the internal components generate heat, and consequently the outer casing may feel hot to the touch.

Connecting the Power
The BXP-C100 computer is provided with 2-pin power input connectors in a terminal block on the front panel. Insert the power-cord wires into the connectors and tighten them to secure the wires in place. Push the power button. The power LED will light up to indicate that power is being supplied to the computer. It should take about 30 to 60 seconds for the operating system to complete the boot-up process.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 18

The power input specification is given below:

  • The DC power source rating is 12 VDC @ 6.65 A or 24 VDC @ 3.30 A
  • A minimum wire gauge of 18 AWG is required.

For surge protection, connect the grounding connector located below the power connector with the earth (ground) or a metal surface.

NOTE
This computer is intended to be supplied by a UL Listed Power Unit “LPS” (or “Limited Power Source”) rated 12 V @ 6.65 A min., 24 V @ 3.30 A min., and minimum Tma = 60˚C. If you need assistance with purchasing a power adapter, contact the Moxa technical support team.
NOTE
If using Class I adapter, the power cord adapter should be connected to a socket outlet with an earthing connection or the power cord and adapter must comply with Class II construction.

ATTENTION
Before connecting the BXP-C100 computer to the DC power inputs, make sure the DC power source voltage is stable.

  • The wiring for the input terminal block shall be installed by a skilled person.
  • Wire type: Cu
  • Only use 18-12 AWG wire size and a torque value of 0.5 N-m.
  • Use only one conductor in a clamping point between the DC power source and the power input.

Communication Connections
Connecting to the Network
Connect your network cable to the computer’s Ethernet port. The other end of the cable should be connected to your Ethernet network. When the cable is properly connected, the LEDs on the computer’s Ethernet port turn on to indicate a valid connection.
The BXP-C100 computer has 2, 4, or 10 10/100/1000 Mbps Ethernet ports with RJ45 connectors on the front panel. Refer to the following table for the pin assignments:

Pin 10/100 Mbps 1000 Mbps
1 ETx+ TRD(0)+
2 ETx- TRD(0)-
3 ERx+ TRD(1)+
4 TRD(2)+
5 TRD(2)-
6 ERx- TRD(1)-
7 TRD(3)+
8 TRD(3)-

NOTE
For reliable Ethernet connections, we recommend enabling the ports in standard temperatures and keepingthem enabled in high/low temperature environments.

Connecting to a Serial Device
Use a serial cable to connect your serial device to the computer’s serial port. The BXP-C100 computer comes with 2 software-selectable RS-232/422/485 serial ports on the rear panel. Additional serial ports are located on the front panel. The ports use DB9 male connectors. The pin assignments are shown in the following table:

RS-232/422/485 Pinouts

Pin RS-232 RS-422 RS-485 (4-wire) RS-485 (2-wire)
1 DCD TxDA(-) TxDA(-)
2 RxD TxDB(+) TxDB(+)
3 TxD RxDB(+) RxDB(+) DataB(+)
4 DTR RxDA(-) RxDA(-) DataA(-)
5 GND GND GND GND
6 DSR
7 RTS
8 CS

Digital Inputs/Digital Outputs
The BXP-C100 comes with four digital inputs and four digital outputs in a terminal block. Refer to the following figure for the pin definitions and the current ratings.

Digital Inputs
Dry Contact:
Logic 0: Short to Ground
Logic 1: Open
Digital Outputs
Current Rating: 200 mA per channel
Voltage: 0 to 24 VDC

Connecting Displays
The BXP-C100 computer comes with a VGA and an HDIM display output located on the front panel.
NOTE
For reliable video streaming, use premium HDMI-certified cables.

Connecting to a USB Device
The BXP-C100 computer comes with 2 USB 3.0 ports and 2 USB 2.0 ports on the front panel. An additional 2 USB 2.0 ports are located on the rear panel. The USB ports can be used to connect to peripherals, such as keyboard, mouse, or flash drives for expanding the system’s storage capacity.

Installing SD / CFast Card
The BXP-C100 computer comes with two slots for plugging in an SD card and a CFast card.
To plug in the cards, do the following:

  1. Remove the two screws that secure the slot cover.MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 23
  2. Remove the cover and locate the SD and CFast card slots.
  3. Insert the SD and CFast cards in the designated slots. Refer to the image printed beside the slots for the correct direction to insert the cards. When the cards are successfully inserted, you will hear a click.
  4. To remove the cards, simply push them in to release them and take them out.

Replacing the RTC Battery
The BXP-C100 computer comes with one slot for a battery on the rear panel of the computer. A lithium battery (3 V / 200 mAh) is preinstalled in the slot.
To replace the battery, do the following:

  1. Unfasten the two screws on the battery cover.MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 25
  2. Take off the cover. The battery is attached to the slot cover as indicated in the image.MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 26
  3. Unplug the connector of the battery-cover assembly from the internal wire of the slot.
  4. Remove the two screws on the metal plate attached to the battery holder.MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 27
  5. Place a new battery in the battery holder, replace the metal plate, and fasten the two screws on to the frame to secure the battery.MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 28
  6. Plug in the connector of the battery-cover assembly to the internal wire of the slot.
  7. Place the battery holder back in the slot and secure it by fastening the two screws on the cover.

WARNING

  • Be sure to use the correct type of battery. Incorrect battery may cause system damage. Contact Moxa’s technical support staff for assistance, if necessary.
  • To reduce the risk of fire or burns, do not disassemble, crush, or puncture the battery; do not dispose of in fire or water and do not short external contacts.

BIOS Setup

In this chapter, we describe the BIOS settings for the BXP-C100 computer. The BIOS is a set of input/output control routines for peripherals to initialize the basic settings. The BIOS helps boot the system before the operating system is loaded. The BIOS setup allows the user to modify the system configuration for basic input/output peripherals. All the configurations are stored in the CMOS RAM, which has a backup battery in case the computer is not connected to a power source. Consequently, the data stored in the  CMOS RAM is retained when the system is rebooted, or the power is disconnected.

Entering the BIOS Setup
To enter the BIOS setup utility, press the F2 key while the system is booting up. The main BIOS Setup screen will appear. You can configure the following settings on this screen.

  • Continue: Continue to boot up
  • Boot Manager: Select the device for boot up
  • Device Management: Enter the device configuration menu
  • Boot From File: Select the UEFI boot up file
  • Administer Secure Boot: Enter the Secure Boot menu
  • Setup Utility: Enter the BIOS configuration menu
  • Intel® Management Engine BIOS Extension: Enter the AMT configuration menu (not supported in models with Intel® Celeron® and Core™ i3 processors)

Select F2 to enter the BIOS configuration.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 29

When you enter the Setup Utility, a basic description of each function key is listed at the bottom of the screen. Refer to these descriptions to learn how to use them.

F1 General Help
F5/ F6 Change Values
F9 Setup Defaults
F10 Save and Exit
Select Item
Select Menu
ESC Exit
EN TER Select or go to Submenu.

The BIOS configuration screen will be shown when you enter the Setup Utility option.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 30

NOTE
The Processor Type information may vary depending on the model that you have purchased.

Main Page
The Main page displays basic hardware information, such as model name, BIOS version, and CPU type.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 31

Advanced Settings
Select the Advanced tab in the main menu to open the advanced features screen.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 32

Boot Configuration
The Numlock option allows configuration of the Numlock value.
Options: On (default), Off.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 33

SATA Configuration
This section allows you to select the SATA speed limit and hot plug setting.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 34

SATA Speed Limited
Options: Auto (default), Gen 1, Gen 2, Gen 3
Serial ATA Port
This setting displays information on the installed drives.
SATA Port Hot Plug
This setting allows you to enable/disable hot-plugging capabilities (the ability to remove the drive while the computer is running) that are configured by software for installed storage drives.
Options: Disabled (default), Enabled

CPU Configuration

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 35

Active Processor Cores
This item indicates the number of cores to enable in each processor package (Cores number depended on the processor).
Options: All (default), 1, 2, 3
Hyper-Threading
This feature makes the processor resources work more efficiently, enabling multiple threads to run on each core. It also increases processor throughput, improving overall performance on threaded software.
Options: Disabled, Enabled (default)
Turbo Mode
Enable/Disable processor Turbo Mode (not supported in models with Intel® Celeron® ).
Options: Disabled, Enabled (default)

Video Configuration

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 36

DVMT Pre-Allocated
This item allows you to configure pre-allocated memory capacity for the IGD. Pre-allocated graphics memory is invisible to the operating system.
Options: 64M (default), 96M, 128M, 160M
DVMT: The amount of video memory your computer has is dependent on the amount of pre-allocated memory set for your system plus the Dynamic Video Memory Technology (DVMT). DVMT dynamically allocates system memory for use as video memory creating the most efficient use of available resources for maximum 2D/3D graphics performance.

DVMT Total Gfx Mem.
This item allows you to configure the maximum amount of memory DVMT will use when allocating additional memory for the internal graphics device.
Options: 256 MB (default), 128 MB, Max.

Chipset Configuration
This section allows you to configure the chipset settings.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 37

Power ON after Power Failure
This item allows you to enable/disable the computer from automatically powering up after system power is re-enabled.
Options: ON (default), OFF, Last State
Load Default After Cleaning RTC Battery
System will load default when detecting RTC battery loss.
Options: Disabled, Enabled (default)
DO-X Level
This item allows users to set the DO to high or low.
Options: High (default), Low

PCH-FW Configuration
This section allows you to configure the PCH-FW settings.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 38

ME State
When Disabled ME will be put into ME Temporarily Disabled Mode.
Options: Disabled, Enabled (default)
ME Unconfig on RTC Clear
When Disabled ME will not be unconfigured on RTC Clear.
Options: Disabled, Enabled (default)
Unconfigure ME
Unconfigure ME by resetting MEBx password to default.

Console Redirection
This section allows you to configure the console redirection settings.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 39

Console Serial Redirect
When the Console Redirection Function is enabled, the console information will be sent both to the display monitor and the serial port (COM1).
Options: Disabled (default), Enabled

SIO ITE8786E
This section allows users to configure SIO settings.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 40

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 41

UART Port 1
This function allows users to configure the resources for the UART port 1.
Disable: Disable the UART port 1 connection
Enable: Enable the UART Port 1 connection (default)
UART Port 2
This function allows users to configure the resources for the UART port 2.
Disable: Disable the UART port 2 connection
Enable: Enable the UART Port 2 connection (default)

NOTE
The other UART ports can only be configured by the OS utility.
Hardware Monitor
This section allows you to view stats such as CPU and system temperature, voltage levels, and other chipset information.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 42

Security Settings
This section allows users to configure security-related settings with a supervisor password.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 43

Current TPM Device
This item shows if the system has TMP device and its type.
TPM State
This item allows you view the status of current TPM settings.
Clear TPM
This item allows users to remove all TPM context associated with a specific owner.

Set Supervisor Password
This item allows you to set the supervisor password. Select the Set Supervisor Password option and enter the password and confirm the password again.
To delete the password, select the Set Supervisor Password option and enter the old password; leave the new password fields blank, and then press enter.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 44

After setting the supervisor password, you can choose when the input password screen should be displayed.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 45

Enable: System will ask for the password on post time
Disable: System will ask for the password to go to the setup utility
Config-Only: System will only ask for the password when you select the config (F2) option

Power Settings
This section allows users to configure power settings.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 46

Wake on LAN
This feature is used to wake the system using a LAN device from a remote host.
Options: Enabled (default), Disabled

Auto Wake on S5
This item allows you to configure the computer to wake from S5 status. S5 stands for Soft Off, where the PSU remains engaged but power to all other parts of the system is cut. Auto-wake on S5 schedules a softreboot at certain periodic times that may be specified in the BIOS.
Options: Disabled (default); By Every Day (user specifies a regular daily time when the computer will power up); By Day of Month (user specifies a regular day each month when the computer will power up)

Boot Settings
This section allows users to configure boot settings.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 47

NOTE
If you do not add any storage, you will not see the EFI option.

Network Stack
It deploys an Internet Protocol (IP) stack. The IP stack provides an application library to open/close connections to remote devices and send/receive data between the remote devices.
Options: Disabled (default), Enabled

PXE Boot capability
PXE booting is for booting a system over a network. You can start PXE over IPv4 or IPv6 using this item.
Options: Disabled (default), UEFI: IPv4, UEFI: IPv6, UEFI: IPv4/IPv6

NOTE
This item is shown only when you have enabled the Network Stack.

USB Boot
Set booting to USB boot devices capability. Options: Enabled (Default), Disabled
Timeout
This item allows users to set the number of seconds that the firmware will wait before booting from the default boot selection.
EFI
This item allows users to select the boot order. Use F5 (move down) or F6 (move up) to change the value.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 48

Exit Settings
The section allows users to exit the BIOS environment.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 49

Exit Saving Changes
This item allows you to exit the BIOS environment and save the values you have just configured.
Options: Yes (default), No
Save Change Without Exit
This item allows you to save changes without exiting the BIOS environment.
Options: Yes (default), No
Exit Discarding Changes
This item allows you to exit without saving any changes that might have been made to the BIOS.
Options: Yes (default), No
Load Optimal Defaults
This item allows you to revert to the factory default BIOS values.
Options: Yes (default), No
Load Custom Defaults
This item allows you to load custom default values for the BIOS settings.
Options: Yes (default), No
Save Custom Defaults
This item allows you to save the current BIOS values as a “custom default” that may be reverted to at any time by the load custom defaults selection.
Options: Yes (default), No
Discard Changes
This item allows you to discard all settings you have just configured.
Options: Yes (default), No

Enabling AMT
NOTE
The AMT function is NOT supported in models with Intel® Celeron® and Intel® Core™ i3 processors.
To enter the BIOS setup utility, press the “F2” key while the system is booting up. The main BIOS Setup screen will appear. Five options will be available:

  1. Select Intel® Management Engine BIOS Extension to enter the AMT configuration.MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 50
  2. Press to start the login procedure.MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 51
  3. Type the default password: adminMOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 52
  4. Type the new password. It must include both upper-case and lower-case characters, numbers, and special symbols. E.g., Admin’12.MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 53
  5. Select Intel® AMT Configuration to enable remote access without a local user present for consent, select User Consent, and then select User Opt-in and change the value to None.
  6. Set static IP or DHCP by request.MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 54
  7. Set Activate Network Access to enable remote access capability.
    MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 55

Using AMT
You can use any AMT tool available to run the remote management function using a web browser.

  1. Type the IP address of your computer as configured in the AMT configuration settings with port 16992.
    The AMT logon screen will appear.MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig
56

  2. Click Log On and type the username (admin) and password.MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 57

NOTE
The AMT port is LAN1.
NOTE
For details, refer to the Intel AMT Implementation and Reference Guide at:
https://software.intel.com/sites/manageability/AMT_Implementation_and_Reference_Guide/default.htm?turl=WordDocuments%2Faccessingintelamtviathewebuiinterface.htm.

Administering Secure Boot
Press F2 to go to the Administer Secure Boot.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 58

Secure Boot helps computers resist attacks and infection from malware. The feature defines an interface between the operating system and BIOS. It detects tampering with boot loaders, key operation system files, and unauthorized option ROMs by validating their digital signatures.

Enabling UEFI Secure Boot
Set as “enabled” in “Restore Secure Boot to Factory Settings” under Administer Secure Boot menu. Press F10 as save and exist.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 59

Moxa has included the Microsoft key in the BIOS by default. If you cannot boot up the computer using a non-Windows OS, use the following examples.

Enroll EFI Image

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 60MOXA
BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 61

  1. Enter Administer Secure Boot and select the option Select a UEFI file as trusted for execution.
  2. Enter the loader name followed by the UEFI standard \EFI\BOOT\BOOT{machine type shortname}.E.g., efi\boot\BootX64.efi, Debian (EFI\debian\grubx64.efi), Suse (EFI\opensuse\grubx64.efi).

Enroll Customer Key

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 62MOXA
BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 63

Enter “DB OPTION” and enroll your key. Please make sure your key is CRT format and uses RSA 2048 or better.

Upgrading the BIOS
This section describes how to upgrade the BIOS on your computer.

NOTE
It is possible to permanently damage the computer when upgrading the BIOS. We strongly recommend that you contact Moxa’s technical support staff for assistance to obtain all the necessary tools and the most current advice before attempting to upgrade the BIOS on any Moxa device.

Step 1: Create a Bootable USB Disk
Before upgrading the BIOS, you must create a bootable USB drive as a system boot device for use in the future.

  1. Insert a USB disk in the computer’s USB drive.
  2. Search for “format” and select Create and format hard disk partitions.MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 64
  3. Right-click on the USB disk item and select Format.MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 65
  4. Select FAT32 and click OK to start formatting the disk.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 66

Step 2: Prepare the Upgrade File
You must use the BIOS upgrade installation file to upgrade the BIOS. Contact Moxa’s technical department for assistance. The BIOS upgrade file includes an efi folder and an xxxx.efi file. Copy the efi folder and xxxx.efi file to the bootable USB disk.

Step 3: Run the Upgrade Program on Your Computer

  1. Reboot the computer with the boot disk and press F2 to go to the Boot Manager.
    If the BIOS cannot recognize the USB drive as the boot-up device, the USB drive might not have a partition table. Use the Windows command line tool diskpart to rebuild the partition table.

  2. Select the USB Disk.MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 67The screen will switch to the SHELL environment.

  3. Type fs0:, go to the directory where the upgrade file is located, and type xxxxxx.efi (the file name is based on the upgrade file from Moxa).MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 68

  4. Wait until the upgrade procedure is completed.
    ATTENTION
    Do NOT switch off the power supply during the BIOS upgrade, since doing so may cause the system to crash.MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig
69When the upgrade is finished, the computer will automatically reboot.
    You can check the BIOS version on the Main page to confirm the upgrade.MOXA
BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 70If the system has more than one boot device, you will see more than one fsx (x represents the number).MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 71

  5. Go to each fsx (x stands for the number) and type ls to view the content of the boot device. If you find an upgrade file, run it.

MOXA BXP-C100 Series Hardware - Fig 72

A. Regulatory Approval Statement

**** This device complies with part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) This device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.

Class A: FCC Warning! This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device, pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications.
Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his or her own expense.

European Community
Warning:
This is a class A product. If used in a domestic environment, this product may cause undesirable radio interference, in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures to prevent the interference from affecting nearby devices.

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