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  • Page 1 Neousys Technology Inc. Nuvo-7160GC Series Nuvo-7164GC Series Nuvo-7166GC Series User Manual Revision 1.1...

  • Page 2: Table Of Contents

    Table of Contents Table of Contents Table of Contents ........................2 Legal Information ........................5 Contact Information ....................... 6 Declaration of Conformity ..................... 6 Copyright Notice ........................7 Safety Precautions......................... 8 Hot Surface Warning......................8 Battery Warning........................
  • Page 3 Table of Contents 2.6.2 Dual SODIMM DRAM Slot ................45 2.6.3 Dual Mode mSATA/ mini-PCIe Socket & Pin Definition ........46 2.6.4 M.2 2242 (B Key), Mini-SIM Card Slot & Pin Definition ........48 2.6.5 SATA Ports ......................50 2.6.6 DIP Switch ......................
  • Page 4 Table of Contents ® Intel Optane Memory BIOS Setup and Driver Installation ......149 Appendix A Using WDT & DIO WDT and DIO Library Installation ..................159 WDT Functions ........................161 InitWDT ..........................161 SetWDT ..........................161 StartWDT ..........................162 ResetWDT ...........................

  • Page 5: Legal Information

    For questions in regards to hardware/ software compatibility, customers should contact Neousys Technology Inc. sales representative or technical support. To the extent permitted by applicable laws, Neousys Technology Inc. shall NOT be responsible for any interoperability or compatibility issues that may arise when (1) products, software, or options not certified and supported;...

  • Page 6: Contact Information

    Neousys Technology Inc. (Taipei, Taiwan) 15F, No.868-3, Zhongzheng Rd., Zhonghe Dist., New Taipei City, 23586, Taiwan Tel: +886-2-2223-6182 Fax: +886-2-2223-6183 Email, Website Americas Neousys Technology America Inc. 3384 Commercial Avenue, Northbrook, IL 60062, USA (Illinois, USA) Tel: +1-847-656-3298Email, Website China Neousys Technology (China) Ltd.

  • Page 7: Copyright Notice

    This manual is intended to be used as an informative guide only and is subject to change without prior notice. It does not represent commitment from Neousys Technology Inc. Neousys Technology Inc. shall not be liable for any direct, indirect, special, incidental, or consequential damages arising from the use of the product or documentation, nor for any infringement on third party rights.

  • Page 8: Safety Precautions

    This product is intended to be supplied by a Listed Power Adapter or DC power source, rated 24Vdc, 16A, Tma 60 degree C and 5000m altitude during operation. If further assistance is required, please contact Neousys Technology Hot Surface Warning...

  • Page 9: Service And Maintenance

    Service and Maintenance/ ESD Precautions/ Restricted Access Location Service and Maintenance  ONLY qualified personnel should service the system  Shutdown the system, disconnect the power cord and all other connections before servicing the system  When replacing/ installing additional components (expansion card, memory module, etc.), insert them as gently as possible while assuring proper connector engagement ESD Precautions...

  • Page 10: About This Manual

    About This Manual About This Manual This manual introduces the following Neousys Nuvo systems: ® Nuvo-7160GC features Intel Gen Core™ octa/ hexa core 35W/ 65W ® LGA1151 processors. The Nuvo-7160GC system supports an NVIDIA graphics card up to 120W. ® ®...

  • Page 11: Introduction

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Introduction ® The Neousys Nuvo-716x family are specifically design to house and support NVIDIA ® graphics cards and the more powerful inference-specialized Tesla P4/ T4 With unique designs in each system, they serve to fulfill industrial edge AI and complex inference applications.
  • Page 12 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series ® guides the air to flow directly over the heatsink of NVIDIA Tesla P4/ T4 to sustain 100% GPU loading up to 50ºC operating temperature. Nuvo-7160GC/ Nuvo-7164GC/ Nuvo-7166GC series incorporate rich I/O functions such as USB 3.1 Gen2/ Gen1, GbE, COM and MezIO interface in its restricted footprint.

  • Page 13: Product Specifications

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Product Specifications 1.1.1 Nuvo-7160GC Specifications System Core ® Supporting Intel Gen Coffee Lake 6 core CPU (LGA1151 socket, 65W/ 35W TDP) ™ Processor - Intel® Core i7-8700/ i7-8700T/ i7-9700E/ i7-9700TE ™ - Intel® Core i5-8500/ i5-8500T/ i5-9500E/ i5-9500TE ™...
  • Page 14 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 1x full-size mini PCI Express socket with internal SIM socket (mux with Mini PCI-E mSATA) 1x M.2 2242 B key socket with dual front-accessible SIM sockets, supporting dual SIM mode with selected M.2 LTE module Expandable I/O 1x MezIO expansion port for Neousys MezIO modules...

  • Page 15: Nuvo-7164Gc Specifications

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 1.1.2 Nuvo-7164GC Specifications System Core ® Supporting Intel Gen Coffee Lake 6 core CPU (LGA1151 socket, 65W/ 35W TDP) Processor ™ - Intel® Core i7-8700/ i7-8700T/ i7-9700E/ i7-9700TE ™ - Intel® Core i5-8500/ i5-8500T/ i5-9500E/ i5-9500TE ™...
  • Page 16 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series supporting dual SIM mode with selected M.2 LTE module Expandable I/O 1x MezIO expansion port for Neousys MezIO modules Power Supply DC Input 1x 3-pin pluggable terminal block for 8~35VDC input Remote Ctrl. & 1x 3-pin pluggable terminal block for remote control and PWR LED output Status Output Mechanical Dimension...

  • Page 17: Nuvo-7166Gc Specifications

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 1.1.3 Nuvo-7166GC Specifications System Core ® Supporting Intel Gen Coffee Lake 6 core CPU (LGA1151 socket, 65W/ 35W TDP) Processor ™ - Intel® Core i7-8700/ i7-8700T/ i7-9700E/ i7-9700TE ™ - Intel® Core i5-8500/ i5-8500T/ i5-9500E/ i5-9500TE ™...
  • Page 18 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series supporting dual SIM mode with selected M.2 LTE module Expandable I/O 1x MezIO expansion port for Neousys MezIO modules Power Supply DC Input 1x 3-pin pluggable terminal block for 8~35VDC input Remote Ctrl. & 1x 3-pin pluggable terminal block for remote control and PWR LED output Status Output Mechanical Dimension...

  • Page 19: Nuvo-7160Gc Dimensions

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Nuvo-7160GC Dimensions NOTE All measurements are in millimeters (mm). 1.2.1 Nuvo-7160GC Front Panel View 1.2.2 Nuvo-7160GC Rear Panel View...

  • Page 20: Nuvo-7160Gc Top View

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 1.2.3 Nuvo-7160GC Top View...

  • Page 21: Nuvo-7160Gc Bottom View

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 1.2.4 Nuvo-7160GC Bottom View...

  • Page 22: Nuvo-7164Gc Dimensions

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Nuvo-7164GC Dimensions NOTE All measurements are in millimeters (mm). 1.3.1 Nuvo-7164GC Front Panel View 1.3.2 Nuvo-7164GC Rear Panel View...

  • Page 23: Nuvo-7164Gc Top View

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 1.3.3 Nuvo-7164GC Top View...

  • Page 24: Nuvo-7164Gc Bottom View

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 1.3.4 Nuvo-7164GC Bottom View...

  • Page 25: Nuvo-7166Gc Dimensions

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Nuvo-7166GC Dimensions NOTE All measurements are in millimeters (mm). 1.4.1 Nuvo-7166GC Front Panel View 1.4.2 Nuvo-7166Gc Rear Panel View...

  • Page 26: Nuvo-7166Gc Top View

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 1.4.3 Nuvo-7166GC Top View...

  • Page 27: Nuvo-7166Gc Bottom View

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 1.4.4 Nuvo-7166GC Bottom View...

  • Page 28: System Overview

    Upon receiving and unpacking your Nuvo-7160GC/ Nuvo-7164GC/ Nuvo-7166GC system, please check immediately if the package contains all the items listed in the following table. If any item(s) are missing or damaged, please contact your local dealer or Neousys Technology. Nuvo-7160GC Packing List...

  • Page 29: Nuvo-7166Gc Packing List

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Nuvo-7166GC Packing List System Nuvo-7166GC Pack Nuvo-7166GC (If you ordered CPU/ RAM/ HDD/ graphics card, please verify these items) Accessory box, which contains  CPU bracket  Neousys drivers & utilities DVD  Wall-mount bracket  Foot pad ...

  • Page 30: Front Panel I/O

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Front Panel I/O The Nuvo-7160GC system panel will be used for illustration demonstration. Item Description USB3.1 Gen 2 port (Superspeed+) offers up to 10Gbps, twice the bandwidth USB3.1 Gen over existing SuperSpeed USB3.1 Gen 1 connection. It is also backwards 2 port compatible with USB3.0 and USB2.0 USB3.1 Gen...

  • Page 31: Usb3.1 Gen 2 Port

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.4.1 USB3.1 Gen 2 Port The system’s USB 3.1 Gen 2 ports (10Gbps) are implemented via native xHCI (eXtensible Host Controller Interface) controller and are backward compatible with USB3.1 Gen.1 USB 2.0, USB 1.1 and USB 1.0 devices. Legacy USB is also supported so you can use USB keyboard/mouse in DOS environment xHCI driver is supported natively in Windows 10, therefore you do not need to install xHCI driver in prior to utilize USB functions.

  • Page 32: Dvi Port

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.4.3 DVI Port DVI-D transmits graphics data in digital format and therefore can deliver better image quality at high resolution. The DVI connector on the front panel can either output DVI signals or other digital signals (via an adapter/ cable) depending on the display device connected. It supports resolutions up to 1920x1200@60Hz.

  • Page 33: Vga Port

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.4.4 VGA Port VGA connector is the most common video display connection. The VGA output supports up to 1920x1200@60Hz resolution. The system supports triple independent display outputs by connecting display devices to VGA, DVI and DisplayPort. To support multiple display outputs and achieve best VGA output resolution in Windows, you need to install corresponding graphics drivers.

  • Page 34: Displayport

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.4.5 DisplayPort The system has a DisplayPort (DP) output which is a digital display interface that mainly connect video source and carry audio to a display device. When connecting a DisplayPort, it can deliver up to 4K UHD (4096 x 2304) in resolution. The system is designed to support passive DisplayPort adapter/ cable.

  • Page 35: Micro-Sim (3Ff) 1 & 2 Slots

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.4.6 Micro-SIM (3FF) 1 & 2 Slots On the front panel, there are two panel-accessible SIM sockets. By installing 3G/4G modules onto the internal M.2 slot, you can have Internet access via telecom operator’s network. The SIM slots can be accessed by loosening the screw (indicated in red) that holds the SIM slot cover and SIM cards are secured into the sockets via push-push type mechanisms.

  • Page 36: Ethernet Port/ Poe

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.4.7 Ethernet Port/ PoE+ ® The ports marked in green (with optional PoE) and implemented using Intel I210 while ® the port marked in blue is implemented using Intel I219-LM controller that supports ® Wake-on-LAN and is also compatible with Intel AMT (Active Management Technology) support advanced features such as remote SOL desktop and remote on/ off control.

  • Page 37: Reset Button

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.4.8 Reset Button The reset button is used to manually reset the system in case of system halt or malfunction. To avoid unexpected reset, the button is purposely placed behind the panel. To reset, please use a pin-like object (eg.

  • Page 38: 2.4.10 Power Button

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.4.10 Power Button The power button is a non-latched switch for ATX mode on/off operation. To turn on the system, press the power button and the PWR LED should light-up green. To turn off the system, issuing a shutdown command in OS is preferred, or you can simply press the power button.

  • Page 39: 2.4.11 Cassette Module

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.4.11 Cassette Module Neousys’ patented expansion Cassette (R.O.C. Patent No. M456527) provides a separated compartment to accommodate an add-on card. It effectively manages thermal conditions of both the system and the add-on card. The modular concept brought by Cassette module also reduces the complexity of installing and replacing an add-on card in the fanless controller.

  • Page 40: Rear Panel I/O

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Rear Panel I/O Nuvo-7160GC rear panel features MezIO port, four (4) COM ports, 3-pin terminal and 3-pin on/ off control. The Cassette module can be located at the bottom of the enclosure and there are two reserved openings for D-sub9 connectors.

  • Page 41: 4-Pole 3.5Mm Headphone/ Microphone Jack

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.5.1 4-Pole 3.5mm Headphone/ Microphone Jack The system audio function uses high definition audio Realtek ALC262 codec. There is a female 4-pole audio jack for headphone (speaker) output and microphone input. To utilize ® the audio function in Windows, you need to install corresponding drivers for both Intel Q370 chipset and Realtek ALC262 codec.

  • Page 42: Com Ports

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.5.2 COM Ports The system provides four COM ports for communicating with external devices. These COM ports are implemented using industrial-grade ITE8786 Super IO chip (-40 to 85°C) and provide up to 115200 bps baud rate. COM1 and COM2 (in red) are software-configurable RS-232/422/485 ports.

  • Page 43: 3-Pin Terminal Block For Dc And Ignition Input

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.5.3 3-Pin Terminal Block for DC and Ignition Input The system accepts a wide range of DC power input from 8 to 35V via a 3-pin pluggable terminal block, which is fit for field usage where DC power is usually provided. The screw clamping mechanism on the terminal block offers connection reliability when wiring DC power.

  • Page 44: Internal I/O Functions

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Internal I/O Functions In addition to I/O connectors on the front panel, the system also provides internal on-board connectors, such as remote on/off control, LED status output, internal USB 2.0 ports, etc. In this section, we’ll illustrate these internal I/O functions. 2.6.1 Clear CMOS Button The Clear CMOS button is used to manually reset the motherboard BIOS in case of system...

  • Page 45: Dual Sodimm Dram Slot

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.6.2 Dual SODIMM DRAM Slot The system motherboard supports two 260-pin SODIMM socket for installing DDR4 memory module up to 64GB. Each slot supports single module DDR4 2666MHz SODIMM up to 32GB capacity. NOTE When changes are made to DRAM module(s), such as additionally install or remove and reinstall (into the same/ different slot, it will result in an approximately 30~60 seconds delay when booting up for the first time after such change(s).

  • Page 46: Dual Mode Msata/ Mini-Pcie Socket & Pin Definition

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.6.3 Dual Mode mSATA/ mini-PCIe Socket & Pin Definition The system provides a dual mode mSATA/ mini-PCIe socket (indicated in blue) that is in compliance with mini-PCIe specification rev. 1.2. You can install either an mSATA SSD or mini-PCIe module into this socket and the system will automatically detect and configure it to run PCIe or SATA signals.
  • Page 47 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Dual mode mSATA/ mini-PCIe socket definition Signal (mPCIe) Signal (mSATA) Pin # Signal (mPCIe) Signal (mSATA) WAKE# +3.3Vaux 3.3V +1.5V +1.5V CLKREQ# UIM_PWR UIM_DATA REFCLK- UIM_CLK REFCLK+ UIM_RESET UIM_VPP Mechanical Key Reserved* Reserved* W_DISABLE# PERST# PERn0 SATA_Rxp 3.3V 3.3V...

  • Page 48: 2242 (B Key), Mini-Sim Card Slot & Pin Definition

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.6.4 M.2 2242 (B Key), Mini-SIM Card Slot & Pin Definition NOTE The dual SIM card functionality is only available when Sierra Wireless EM7455/ 7430 solution is installed. For other 4G add-on solutions, SIM card slot 1 is the default functioning slot. The system has an M.2 2242 slot (indicated in blue) that works with dual SIM slots (4G + 3G) on the front panel (indicated in red).
  • Page 49 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series M.2 (B Key) Slot Pin Definition Pin # Signal Pin # Signal +3V3 +3V3 FULL_CARD_POWER_OFF_N USB_D+ W_DISABLE_N USB_D- Mechanical Key USB3.0-RX- USB3.0-RX+ UIM1-RESET UIM1-CLK USB3.0-TX- UIM1-DATA USB3.0-TX+ UIM1-PWR PERn0 / SATA-B+ UIM2-DET PERp0 / SATA-B- UIM2-DATA UIM2-CLK PETn0 / SATA-A- UIM2-RST...

  • Page 50: Sata Ports

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.6.5 SATA Ports NOTE Supports up to 15mm thickness HDD/ SSD. The system provides two SATA ports which support Gen3, 6 Gb/s SATA signals. Each SATA port (indicated in blue) features a 7-pin SATA connector and a 4-pin power connector. The power connector (indicated in red) each accommodates a 2.5”...

  • Page 51: Dip Switch

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.6.6 DIP Switch The DIP switch (indicated in blue) should be already configured out of the factory. Users need only set the 4th DIP switch to ON for BIOS update and switch back it to the OFF position when BIOS upgrade has completed.

  • Page 52: On/ Off Ctrl & Status Output

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.6.7 On/ Off Ctrl & Status Output Pin# Definition Description WDT_LED- [Output] Watchdog timer indicator, flashing when Watchdog WDT_LED+ timer is active Standby Power- [Output] Standby power indicator, on if DC power is applied and system is in S5 (standby) mode. Standby Power+ HDD- [Output] Hard drive indicator, flashing when SATA hard...

  • Page 53: Internal Usb 2.0 Port

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.6.8 Internal USB 2.0 Port The system’s motherboard has an internal USB2.0 port on the PCBA. You can utilize this USB port to connect a USB protection dongle inside the chassis of the system.

  • Page 54: 2280 (M Key) Slot For Nvme Ssd Or Optane Memory

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.6.9 M.2 2280 (M Key) Slot for NVMe SSD or Optane Memory The system has a x4 PCIe M.2 2280 slot (also in compliance with SATA signal) for you to ® install an NVMe/ SATA SSD for the ultimate performance or an Intel Optane memory to accelerate the read/ write performances of traditional hard disk drive.
  • Page 55 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series M.2 (M Key) Slot Pin Definition Pin # Signal Pin # Signal +3V3 +3V3 PERN3 PERP3 DAS/DSS_N PETN3 +3V3 PETP3 +3V3 +3V3 PERN2 +3V3 PERP2 PETN2 PETP2 PERN1 PERP1 PETN1 PETP1 PERn0 / SATA-B+ PERp0 / SATA-B- PETn0 / SATA-A- PETp0 / SATA-A+ PERST_N...

  • Page 56: Mezio Tm Interface & Pin Definition

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 2.6.10 MezIO Interface & Pin Definition MezIO is an innovative interface designed for integrating application-oriented I/O functions into an embedded system. It offers computer signals, power rails and control signals via a high-speed connector. MezIO is also mechanically reliable benefited from its 3-point mounted mezzanine structure.
  • Page 57 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series MezIO Interface Pin Definition MezIO interface leverages FCI BergStak® board-to-board connector to provide interconnectivity of high-speed signals. The receptacle part on the PCBA is FCI 61082-063402LF while the plug part on the MezIO module is FCI 61083-064402LF. Please refer to the following table for signal definition of its 60-pin connector.

  • Page 58: System Installation

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series System Installation Before disassembling the system enclosure and installing components and modules, please make sure you have done the following:  It is recommended that only qualified service personnel should install and service this product to avoid injury or damage to the system. ...

  • Page 59: Disassembling The System

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Disassembling the System To access system internal components, the system needs to be disassembled. To disassemble the system enclosure, you need to remove the Cassette module and screws on both I/O panels. Turn the system upside-down and remove the four screws at the bottom of the Cassette module.
  • Page 60 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series On the rear I/O panel, remove the hexa-screws indicated below. Remove the rear I/O panel.
  • Page 61 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series On the front I/O panel, remove the hexa-screws indicated below. Remove the front I/O panel.
  • Page 62 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Gently lift the system's bottom panel. Once the bottom panel have been removed, you should have access to the system's internal I/O interfaces.

  • Page 63: Installing Internal Components

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Installing Internal Components 3.2.1 CPU Installation Procedure To install the CPU, you will need to separate the heatsink and the motherboard. To do so, remove the nine screws indicated below (if you are installing the CPU for the first time, you need not remove the screws indicated in as they are not yet installed and the screws can be found in the accessory box).
  • Page 64 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Gently separate the motherboard from the heatsink, you’ll see the CPU socket protective cover, place finger tips underneath the sign “REMOVE” for leverage and gently lift the cover. WARNING With the protective cover removed, please be careful when handling the motherboard. DO NOT touch the pins in the LGA socket!
  • Page 65 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Remove the CPU from its container/ tray. Match the two notches on the side to the protrusions in the socket, gently lower the CPU into the socket. Locate the CPU retention bracket from the accessory box. Place the retention bracket on the CPU and hold it in place.
  • Page 66 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Turn the motherboard around and secure the bracket by tightening two M3 P-head screws. Hold CPU bracket firmly and turn Secure two M3 P-head screws the motherboard around Remove all thermal pads’ protective films on the heatsink.
  • Page 67 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series With the four motherboard standoffs aligned, gently lower the motherboard onto the heatsink and secure the four screws. If you need to install other components, please refer to respective sections.
  • Page 68 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Once the motherboard has been installed, you’re ready to secure the five screws that help the heatsink apply pressure to the CPU/ chipset die. You’ll want to apply even pressure to the corners by gradually tightening each screw. Please refer to the recommended order when tightening the screws.

  • Page 69: Ddr4 So-Dimm Installation

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 3.2.2 DDR4 SO-DIMM Installation There are two SO-DIMM memory slots (indicated in blue) on the motherboard that supports a total maximum of 64GB DDR4-2666. Please follow the procedures below to replace or install the memory modules. 1.
  • Page 70 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4. Push the memory module down until it is clipped-in. 5. Repeat steps 3 and 4 to install the other module. Reinstall the system enclosure and panel when done. 7. If you need to install other components, please refer to respective sections.

  • Page 71: Mpcie Module, Mini-Sim (2Ff) Card And Antennae Installation

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 3.2.3 mPCIe Module, Mini-SIM (2FF) Card and Antennae Installation The system has an mPCIe slot (indicated in blue)coupled with Mini-SIM socket (indicated in red)for installing 3G/ 4G module. For installation, please refer to the following instructions. Please refer to the section “Disassembling the System”.
  • Page 72 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Secure the Mini-SIM card by sliding the holder. Insert the mPCIe module on a 45 degree angle into the mPCIe slot and secure the module. Insert on 45 degree angle Secure the module Clip on the IPEZ-to-SMA cable to the module and secure the antenna to the front or rear panel.

  • Page 73: 2242 (B Key) Module And Micro-Sim (3Ff) Card Installation

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 3.2.4 M.2 2242 (B Key) Module and Micro-SIM (3FF) Card Installation The system has an M.2 slot (indicated in blue) for installing 3G/ 4G or a WiFi module that can be coupled with dual Micro-SIM card slots (indicated in red). For installation, please refer to the following instructions.
  • Page 74 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Gently press down and secure the module with an M2.5 P-head screw. Clip on the IPEZ-to-SMA cable to the module and secure the antenna to the front or rear panel. Please refer to the module’s manual for clip-on connection. If you need to install other components, please refer to respective sections.

  • Page 75: 2280 Nvme Ssd Or Intel Optane Memory Installation

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series ® 3.2.5 M.2 2280 NVMe SSD or Intel Optane Memory Installation The system has a x4 PCIe M.2 2280 slot for you to install an NVMe SSD for the ultimate performance or an Intel® Optane memory to accelerate the read/ write performances of traditional hard disk drive.
  • Page 76 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Reinstall the system enclosure and panel when done. If you need to install other components, please refer to respective sections. ® Please refer to the section Intel Optane Memory BIOS Setup and Driver Installation for traditional hard drive acceleration.

  • Page 77: Mezio Tm Module Installation (Optional)

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 3.2.6 MezIO Module Installation (Optional) MezIO is an innovative interface designed for integrating application-oriented I/O functions into an embedded system. It offers computer signals, power rails and control signals via a high-speed connector. MezIO is also mechanically reliable benefited from its 3-point mounted mezzanine structure.
  • Page 78 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series The MezIO module is secured by the three stand-mounts indicated in the illustration below..
  • Page 79 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Gently lower the MezIO module onto the three stand-mounts while matching the MezIO interface. Secure the module using the supplied screws. Reinstall the system enclosure and panel when done. If you need to install other components, please refer to respective sections.

  • Page 80: Hdd/ Ssd Installation

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 3.2.7 HDD/ SSD Installation NOTE Supports up to 15mm thickness HDD/ SSD. The system has two SATA ports (indicated in blue) and two four pin power connectors (indicated in red). The SATA and power cables should already be connected on the motherboard so users only need to install the HDD/ SSD.
  • Page 81 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Take the HDD/ SSD thermal pad out of the accessory box and place it in the middle of the tray. Remove the protective film covering the HDD/ SSD thermal pad. Place the HDD/ SSD (with labels facing up) and match the SATA connector end to the side with two screw holes (indicated in blue), secure the HDD/ SSD with the supplied flathead screws (4 per drive).
  • Page 82 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Gently put the tray back into the system with the connector side being inserted into the system first and secure the tray with three screws. If you need to install other components, please refer to respective sections.

  • Page 83: Ethernet/ Poe+ Port Panel Screw Fix

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 3.2.8 Ethernet/ PoE+ Port Panel Screw Fix The system's RJ45 Ethernet ports have panel screw fix holes (indicated in blue circles) for a firm cable connection. To install and make use to the panel screw fix connection, you must acquire panel screw fix cables such as the cable shown below.

  • Page 84: Nuvo-7160Gc Graphics Card Installation

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Nuvo-7160GC Graphics Card Installation WARNING To reduce the risk of damage, DO NOT remove the graphics card from the antistatic bag before it is ready to be installed into the Cassette module! The Cassette module provides a separated compartment to accommodate an add-on card. It compartmentalizes the heat generated and effectively manages thermal conditions of both the system and the add-on card.
  • Page 85 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Gently wiggle the Cassette module and separate it from the system enclosure. Remove the screws to open the Cassette cover.
  • Page 86 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Remove the bezel cover(s). Attach the three rubber stands (provided in the accessory box) to the positions indicated on the back of the graphics card and one (provided in the accessory box) on the inside of the Cassette module's cover.
  • Page 87 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Insert the graphics card into the PCIe slot while making sure the bezel is properly inserted into the notch, the card is secured in place with screw(s) and the 6-pin power is connected to the graphics card. A 6-pin to 8-pin cable is also provided and can be found in the accessory box.
  • Page 88 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Once the graphics card has been installed, place and secure the cover back onto the Cassette module. Gently lower the Cassette module onto the system, press firmly to ensure the PCIe slot is properly engaged and secure the Cassette module. Lower Cassette module onto system Secure Cassette with screws...

  • Page 89: Nuvo-7164Gc/ Nuvo-7166Gc Tesla Inference Accelerator Installation

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Nuvo-7164GC/ Nuvo-7166GC Tesla Inference Accelerator Installation WARNING To reduce the risk of damage, DO NOT remove Tesla P4/ T4 from the antistatic bag before it is ready to be installed into the Cassette module! ® NVIDIA The Cassette module provides a separated compartment to accommodate an ®...
  • Page 90 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Gently wiggle the Cassette module and separate it from the system enclosure. Remove the screws to open the Cassette cover.
  • Page 91 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Remove the Cassette module cover and bezel cover(s). Nuvo-7164GC Nuvo-7166GC When installing the Tesla inference accelerator, please remove the air tunnel (both Nuvo-7164GC/ Nuvo-7166GC) and bracket (Nuvo-7164GC only) by removing the screws shown below. Bracket and air duct Remove air duct and bracket screws...
  • Page 92 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Remove the Tesla P4/ T4 inference accelerator from the static bag and insert it into the PCIe slot while making sure the bezel is properly inserted into the notch and make sure the fan’s 4-pin connector to the PCB board. Nuvo-7164GC Nuvo-7166GC...
  • Page 93 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series If you need to remove the graphics card out of the Cassette module, remove the screws securing the air duct/ bracket (if installed) and flip the white lever outwards to disengage the PCIe slot.
  • Page 94 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series For Nuvo-7164GC and Nuvo-7166GC, secure three screws for the air duct and for Nuvo-7164GC, also secure two screws for the bracket, back into place. Nuvo-7164GC Nuvo-7166GC...
  • Page 95 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Once the graphics card has been installed, place and secure the cover back onto the Cassette module. 10. Gently lower the Cassette module onto the system, press firmly to ensure the PCIe slot is properly engaged and secure the Cassette module. Lower Cassette module onto system Secure Cassette with screws...

  • Page 96: Installing The System Enclosure

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Installing the System Enclosure To reinstall the system enclosure, the bottom panel on top of the motherboard while making sure both sides are inserted into the heatsink (indicated in blue).
  • Page 97 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Install front/ rear panel and secure screws indicated in blue. Install front panel and secure screws Install rear panel and secure screws...
  • Page 98 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Gently lower the Cassette module onto the system enclosure, press firmly to ensure the PCIe slot is properly engaged. Secure the screws indicated to complete the enclosure installation process.

  • Page 99: Wall Mount And Anti-Vibration Damping Bracket Installation

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Wall Mount and Anti-vibration Damping Bracket Installation The system ships with dedicated wall mount. NOTE You will need to remove the four (4) rubber stands at the bottom of the enclosure if they have been attached. 3.6.1 Wall Mount Bracket Installation To install the system as a wall mount device, please refer to the following instructions.
  • Page 100 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Place the system on a flat surface and secure it with screws or you can make use of the keyhole hangers to suspend the system on the wall for easy removal. When wall mounting, place the heatsink fins perpendicular to the ground for better heat dissipation efficiency.

  • Page 101: Anti-Vibration Damping Bracket Installation (Optional)

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 3.6.2 Anti-vibration Damping Bracket Installation (Optional) NOTE You will need to remove the four (4) rubber stands at the bottom of the enclosure if they have been attached. The optional patented anti-vibration damping bracket offers superior operating vibration resistance up to 1Grm with HDD or up to 5Grm with SSD.

  • Page 102: Powering On The System

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Powering On the System There are three methods to power on the system  Pressing the power button  Using an external non-latched switch by connecting to the remote on/ off plug  Sending a LAN packet via Ethernet (Wake-on-LAN) 3.7.1 Powering On Using the Power Button This is the simplest way to turn on your system.

  • Page 103: Powering On Using External Non-Latched Switch

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 3.7.2 Powering On Using External Non-latched Switch If your application demands the system to be placed inside a cabinet, you may use an external non-latched switch to power on/ off the system. The system provides a 3-pin “Remote On/ Off” plug for connecting a non-latched switch and acts as the ATX-mode power on/off control switch.

  • Page 104: Powering On Using Wake-On-Lan

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 3.7.3 Powering On Using Wake-on-LAN Wake-on-LAN (WOL) is a mechanism to wake up a computer system from a S5 (system off with standby power) state via issuing a magic packet. The system’s Wake-on-LAN compatible GbE port is shown below. NOTE Please make sure the Intel chipset and Ethernet driver has been properly installed prior to setting up WOL function.
  • Page 105 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Click on the Power Management tab and check the following options. Click on OK when done. Magic Packet The magic packet is a broadcast frame containing anywhere within its payload 6 bytes of all 255 (FF FF FF FF FF FF in hexadecimal), followed by sixteen repetitions of the target computer's 48-bit MAC address.

  • Page 106: System Configuration

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series System Configuration BIOS Settings The system is shipped with factory-default BIOS settings meticulously programmed for optimum performance and compatibility. In this section, we’ll illustrate some of BIOS settings you may need to modify. Please always make sure you understand the effect of change before you proceed with any modification.

  • Page 107: Com Port Configuration

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.1.1 COM Port Configuration The system’s COM1/ COM2 ports support RS-232 (full-duplex), RS-422 (full-duplex) and RS-485 (half-duplex) mode. You can set the COM1 operating mode via BIOS settings. Another option in BIOS called “Slew Rate” defines how sharp the rising/falling edge is for the output signal of COM1.

  • Page 108: Com Port High Speed Mode

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.1.2 COM Port High Speed Mode The high speed mode of each COM port effectively allows for the port's baud rate generator to operate at 8x the speed with an effective baud rate of 921,600 bps (115,200 x 8). Please refer to the following instructions on how to enable the high speed mode for your COM port (COM1 used as an example).

  • Page 109: Delay For Peg Initialization

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.1.3 Delay for PEG Initialization This setting offers delay in milliseconds for PEG port initialization and PCI enumeration. By increasing the delay value, it may eliminate compatibility issue(s) with some PCIe add-on cards. To set PEG delay in milliseconds: 1.

  • Page 110: Sata Configuration

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.1.4 SATA Configuration The SATA controller of your system supports two (2) operating modes: AHCI and Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration mode. The AHCI mode, which exposes SATA's advanced capabilities such as hot swapping and native command queuing, is supported in several later version of operating systems.
  • Page 111 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series To set SATA controller mode: 1. When system boots up, press F2 to enter BIOS setup utility. 2. Go to [Advanced] > [SATA Configuration]. 3. Highlight the SATA, mSATA or M.2 port you wish to set and press ENTER to bring up setting options.

  • Page 112: Fan Control Configuration

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.1.5 Fan Control Configuration NOTE Nuvo-7160GC supports fixed and auto fan speed settings. Nuvo-7164GC and Nuvo-7166GC support fixed fan speed setting, only! The fan control configuration allows users to set the fan operation mode to auto or fixed speeds operation.
  • Page 113 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series To set Fan Control Configuration to Auto mode (Nuvo-7160GC only): When system boots up, press F2 to enter BIOS setup utility. Go to [Advanced] > [Fan Control Configuration] and press ENTER. To set auto fan control, highlight [Fan Control Mode] and press ENTER, highlight [Auto]...
  • Page 114 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Use the up/ down arrow keys to highlight Fan Start Trip Point or Fan Max. Trip Point and press ENTER, a window appears and you may enter the temperature in degree Celsius.  Fan Start Trip Point: The minimum temperature which the fan being to operate ...
  • Page 115 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series To set Fan Control Configuration to Fixed Speed mode: When system boots up, press F2 to enter BIOS setup utility. Go to [Advanced] > [Fan Control Configuration] and press ENTER. To set auto fan control, highlight [Fan Control Mode] and press ENTER, highlight [Fixed Speed].
  • Page 116 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Highlight [Fan Speed] and press ENTER. A window appears and you may use the up/ down arrow keys to select between 20~100% as your fixed fan rotation speed. When done, press F10 to “Exit Saving Changes”.

  • Page 117: Tpm Availability

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.1.6 TPM Availability Trusted Platform Module (TPM) is a hardware-based cryptoprocessor to secure hardware by integrating cryptographic keys into devices. The system is designed with on-board TPM 2.0 module. As TPM 2.0 requires 64-bit Windows 10 with UEFI boot mode, it is enabled in BIOS by default.

  • Page 118: Auto Wake On S5

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.1.7 Auto Wake on S5 When the system is set to operate in S5 state, the user can specify a time to turn on the system, daily or monthly. Value Option Description Auto Wake on S5 Disabled The system does not turn on when operating in state S5.

  • Page 119: Power On After Power Failure Option

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.1.8 Power On After Power Failure Option This option defines the behavior of System series when DC power is supplied. Value Description S0 – Power On System is powered on when DC power is supplied. S5 – Power Off System is kept in off state when DC power is supplied.

  • Page 120: Power & Performance (Cpu Sku Power Configuration)

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.1.9 Power & Performance (CPU SKU Power Configuration) The system supports various 8th Gen Coffee Lake LGA1151 CPUs. A unique feature, “SKU Power Config” is implemented in BIOS to allow users to specify user-defined SKU power limit. Although the system is designed to have best thermal performance with CPUs of 35W TDP, you can install a 65W CPU and limit its SKU power (to 35W) to obtain more computing power.

  • Page 121: 4.1.10 Wake On Lan Option

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.1.10 Wake on LAN Option Wake-on-LAN (WOL) is a mechanism which allows you to turn on your System series via Ethernet connection. To utilize Wake-on-LAN function, you have to enable this option first in BIOS settings. Please refer “Powering On Using Wake-on-LAN”...

  • Page 122: 4.1.11 Boot Menu

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.1.11 Boot Menu The Boot menu in BIOS allows you to specify the system’s boot characteristics by setting bootable device components (boot media) and method. Or, you may press F12 upon system start up and select a device you wish boot from. Value Option Description...
  • Page 123 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series PXE Boot Disabled Only UEFI Network Stack is supported: Preboot capability eXecution Environment (PXE) is not supported Enabled By enabling the PXE boot, one can choose to boot via I219 Only/ I210 Only or All NICs. Add Boot Options First Newly detected boot media are placed at the top...

  • Page 124: Boot Type (Legacy/ Uefi)

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.1.12 Boot Type (Legacy/ UEFI) The system supports both Legacy and Unified Extensible Firmware Interface (UEFI) boot modes. UEFI is a specification proposed by Intel to define a software interface between operating system and platform firmware. Most modern operating systems, such as Windows 10 and Linux support both Legacy and UEFI boot modes.

  • Page 125: 4.1.13 Position New Boot Device

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.1.13 Position New Boot Device The “Add Boot Options” allow you to determine whether a newly added device (eg. USB flash disk) is to boot as the first device to boot or the last in the boot sequence. To set the newly-installed boot device as the first or last boot device: Press F2when the system boots up to enter the BIOS setup utility.

  • Page 126: 4.1.14 Watchdog Timer For Booting

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.1.14 Watchdog Timer for Booting The watchdog timer secures the boot process by means of a timer. Once the timer expires, a reset command is issued to initiate another booting process. There are two options in BIOS menu, “Automatically after POST”...

  • Page 127: Legacy/ Uefi Boot Device

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.1.15 Legacy/ UEFI Boot Device When you wish to set a designated boot device, you may set it as the first device to boot in Legacy or UEFI Boot Device setting. Or if you wish to manually select a boot device, you may do so by pressing F12 when the system boots up.

  • Page 128: Amt Configuration

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series AMT Configuration Intel® AMT (Active Management Technology) is a hardware-based technology for remotely managing target PCs via Ethernet connection. The system supports AMT function via its Ethernet port implemented with Intel I219-LM. Prior to using the AMT function to remotely control the system, you need to configure AMT password and network settings.

  • Page 129: Raid Configuration

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series RAID Configuration To set up a RAID 0 or 1 volume in Legacy or UEFI mode, you need to have at least two hard drives or SSDs installed. The system supports RAID configurations in RAID 0 (striping) or RAID 1 (mirror) mode.
  • Page 130 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 3. Go to [Boot] > highlight [Legacy Boot Type] and press ENTER to set boot type. 4. Press F10 to "Exit Saving Changes" and reboot the system. 5. When the system reboots, press [Ctrl + I] to enter the RAID configuration utility. 6.
  • Page 131 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 7. The following screen allows you to enter the Name of the RAID volume you wish to create. Enter a name and press ENTER to access the RAID Level setting. 8. For RAID Level, use the up and down arrow key to select between RAID0 (Stripe) or RAID1 (Mirror) settings.
  • Page 132 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 9. For Stripe Size, use the up and down arrow key to select between 4KB, 8KB, 16KB, 32KB, 64KB, 128KB for your RAID volume stripe size and press ENTER to access the Capacity setting. *RAID1(Mirror) does not offer Stripe Size options. 10.
  • Page 133 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 11. Reviewed your settings and if you wish to change any setting(s), you will need to press [ESC] and start again from Step 5.If all settings are correct and you wish to continue, with “Create Volume” highlighted, press ENTER to begin creating the RAID volume. 12.
  • Page 134 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 13. Once the RAID volume has been created, the configuration utility will bring you back to the main screen showing the RAID volume and their member disks. 14. The above process was to create a RAID-0 volume. If you wish to create a RAID-1 volume, please perform steps 5 to 13 in this section and select RAID-1 during step 8.

  • Page 135: Uefi Mode Raid Configuration

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 4.3.2 UEFI Mode RAID Configuration To enable RAID functionality in UEFI mode: 1. When system boots up, press F2 to enter BIOS setup utility. 2. Go to [Advanced] > [SATA And RST Configuration] > [SATA Mode Selection] > highlight [Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration] and press ENTER.
  • Page 136 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 3. Go to [Boot], highlight [UEFI Boot Type] and press ENTER to set boot type. 4. Press F10 to “Exit Saving Changes” and reboot the system. 5. When the system reboots, press [F3] to enter the Configuration Utility. 6.
  • Page 137 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 7. The following screen shows Non-RAID physical disks and the option “Create RAID Volume”. Highlight “Create RAID Volume” and press ENTER to begin creating your RAID volume.
  • Page 138 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 8. The Name option allows you to name your RAID volume. Press ENTER when ready to go to the next option.
  • Page 139 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 9. The RAID Level option allows you to select RAID-0 (stripping) or RAID-1 (mirror) for your RAID volume. Press ENTER when ready.
  • Page 140 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 10. The Select Disks option allows you to select disk drives for your RAID volume. Highlight a drive and press ENTER, use up/ down arrow keys to highlight “x” and press ENTER to confirm the selection. A minimum of two disk drives must be selected for RAID-0 or RAID-1 configuration.
  • Page 141 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 11. The Stripe Size option allows you to configure the stripe size of your RAID volume. Available stripe sizes are 4KB, 8KB, 16KB, 32KB, 64KB, 128KB, use the up and down arrow keys to highlight and press ENTER to confirm the stripe size selection. *RAID1(Mirror) does not offer Stripe Size options.
  • Page 142 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 12. The Capacity (MB) option allows you to configure the storage capacity of your RAID volume. By default, the full storage capacity will be applied. Once you have entered a capacity, press ENTER to confirm.
  • Page 143 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 13. The Create Volume option is the final step in the volume creation process. Highlight “Create Volume” and press ENTER to begin creating your RAID volume base on the settings you just configured.
  • Page 144 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 14. A summary and status of the RAID volume will be shown when the RAID volume is successfully created. 15. Press F10 to save and Esc to exit the Intel® Rapid Storage Technology configuration page. NOTE The above process was to create a RAID-0 volume.

  • Page 145: Os Support And Driver Installation

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series OS Support and Driver Installation Operating System Compatibility The system supports most operating system developed for Intel® x86 architecture. The following list contains the operating systems which have been tested by Neousys Technology.  Microsoft Window 10 (x64) ...

  • Page 146: Driver Installation

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Driver Installation The system comes with a “Drivers & Utilities” DVD that offers “one-click” driver installation process. It automatically detects your Windows operating system and installs all necessary drivers for you system with a single click. 5.2.1 Install Drivers Automatically The system comes with a “Drivers &...

  • Page 147: Install Drivers Manually

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 5.2.2 Install Drivers Manually You can also manually install each driver for the system. Please note when installing drivers manually, you need to install the drivers in the following sequence mentioned below. Windows 10 (x64) The recommended driver installation sequence is Chipset driver (x:\Driver_Pool\Chipset_CFL\Win_10_64\SetupChipset.exe) Graphics driver (x:\Driver_Pool\Graphics_CFL_SKL_APL\Win_10_64\igxpin.exe) Audio driver (x:\Driver_Pool\Audio_ALC262\Win_ALL_64\Setup.exe)

  • Page 148: Driver Installation For Watchdog Timer Control

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Driver Installation for Watchdog Timer Control Neousys provides a driver package which contain function APIs for Watchdog Timer control function. You should install the driver package (WDT_DIO_Setup.exe) prior to use these functions. Please note that you must install WDT_DIO_Setup_v2.2.9.x or later versions. Windows 10 (x64) Please execute the driver setup program in the following directory.
  • Page 149 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series ® Intel Optane Memory BIOS Setup and Driver Installation ® The system is compatible with Intel Rapid Storage Technology that supports the installation ® of Intel Optane memory to significantly boost traditional hard disk drive read and write performances.
  • Page 150 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Go to “SATA Mode Selection”, press the Enter key to bring up options, select “Intel RST Premium With Intel Optane System Acceleration” and press ENTER to select the option.
  • Page 151 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Go to “M.2 2280 NVMe Storage Device” and press the Enter key to bring up the selection, select “RST Controlled” and press the Enter key to select the option. Press F10 to save and exit, and allow the system to boot into Windows. In Windows, download Intel®...
  • Page 152 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Follow the 6 step setup procedure as instructed.
  • Page 153 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Check the “I accept the terms in the License Agreement” box and click on “Next >” to continue the installation process.
  • Page 154 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series When done, click on “Finish” and restart the system.
  • Page 155 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 10. Upon system restart, the following initialization screen will appear. Click on Next to continue. 11. In the Setup section, you will see your Intel® Optane™ memory drive and compatible drive(s) that can be accelerated. Click on the downward arrow to bring up a selection of drives to be accelerated.
  • Page 156 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 12. The data backup warning will appear, please backup any data you may have stored on your Intel® Optane™ memory module before proceeding. Check the box “Erase all data on Intel® Optane™ memory module” and click on Continue. 13.
  • Page 157 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 14. Upon system restart, a successful enablement message will appear to indicate the Intel® Optane™ memory module has been enable successfully. 15. Once enabled, the RST software Setup section should show your configuration information.

  • Page 158: Appendix A Using Wdt & Dio

    In this section, we’ll illustrate how to use the function library provided by Neousys to program the WDT functions. Currently, WDT driver library supports Windows 10 x64 and WOW64 platform. For other OS support, please contact Neousys Technology for further information. Installing WDT_DIO Library The WDT_DIO function library is delivered in the form of a setup package named WDT_DIO_Setup.exe.

  • Page 159: Wdt And Dio Library Installation

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series WDT and DIO Library Installation To setup WDT & DIO Library, please follow instructions below. 1. Execute WDT_DIO_Setup.2.2.9.x.exe. and the following dialog appears. 2. Click “Next >” and specify the directory of installing related files. The default directory is C:\Neousys\WDT_DIO.
  • Page 160 Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series 3. Once the installation has finished, a dialog will appear to prompt you to reboot the system. The WDT & DIO library will take effect after the system has rebooted. 4. When programming your WDT or DIO program, the related files are located in Header File: \Include Library File:...

  • Page 161: Wdt Functions

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series WDT Functions InitWDT Syntax BOOL InitWDT(void); Description: Initialize the WDT function. You should always invoke InitWDT() before set or start watchdog timer. Parameter None Return Value TRUE: Successfully initialized FALSE: Failed to initialize BOOL bRet = InitWDT() Usage SetWDT Syntax...

  • Page 162: Startwdt

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series StartWDT Syntax BOOL StartWDT(void); Starts WDT countdown. Once started, the WDT LED indicator Description will begin blinking. If ResetWDT() or StopWDT is not invoked before WDT countdowns to 0, the WDT expires and the system resets. Parameter None Return Value...

  • Page 163: Appendix B Poe On/ Off Control

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series Appendix B PoE On/ Off Control The system offers 802.3at PoE+ ports and users are allowed to manually turn on or off the power supply of each PoE port. This can be useful in power device (PD) fault-recovery or power reset.

  • Page 164: Enablepoeport

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series EnablePoEPort Syntax BOOL EnablePoEPort (BYTE port); Description Turn on PoE power of designated PoE port. Parameter port BYTE value specifies the index of PoE port. Please refer to the following illustration, port should be a value of 1 ~ 4 Return Value TRUE if enabled success FALSE if fail to enable.

  • Page 165: Disablepoeport

    Nuvo-7160/ 7164/ 7166GC Series DisablePoEPort Syntax BOOL DisablePoEPort (BYTE port); Description Turn off PoE power of designated PoE port Parameter port BYTE value specifies the index of PoE port. Please refer to the following illustration, port should be a value of 1 ~ 4 Return Value TRUE if disabled success FALSE if fail to disable...

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