2 Installing/removing Components (optional)

This chapter introduces how to install/remove components.

2.1 Pull Out Micro SD Card

If you need to remove the Micro SD card while using the product, you can refer to the following instructions.

NOTE:

Please turn off the power before inserting or removing the Micro SD card.

Preparation:

The device has been disconnected from power.

Steps:

  1. Find the location of the Micro SD card, as shown in red mark of figure below.
  1. Hold the Micro SD card and pull it out.

2.2 Insert Micro SD Card

If the product model includes a Micro SD card, the Micro SD card will be installed by default. If the product model does not include a Micro SD card, you will need to use the Micro SD card later. Please refer to the following to install it.

NOTE:

Please turn off the power before inserting or removing the Micro SD card.

Preparation:

  • Micro SD card is ready.
  • The device has been disconnected from power.

Steps:

  1. Find the location of the Micro SD card slot, as shown in red mark of figure below.
  1. Insert the Micro SD card into the corresponding card slot with the contact side facing up, making sure it will not fall out.

2.3 Open Device Case

If you need to open the device case while using the product, please refer to the following instructions.

Preparation:

  • A cross screwdriver has been prepared.
  • The device has been disconnected from power.

Steps:

  1. Pull out the default configuration of phoenix connector (male for wiring).

  2. Use a screwdriver to loosen two M3 screws on two sides counterclockwise, as shown in the red mark of figure below.

  1. Remove the front cover to the right, as shown in the figure below.
  1. Use a screwdriver to loosen four M3 screws and one grounding screw on two sides counterclockwise, as shown in the red mark in the figure below.
  1. Remove the metal case upward and flip it clockwise to the PCBA side.
  1. Use a screwdriver to loosen 6 screws of PCBA mounting counterclockwise to separate the PCBA from the metal case, and flip it to the back of PCBA.

2.4 Remove SSD

If the SSD is damaged during use and needs to be replaced, the damaged SSD needs to be removed first.

Preparation:

  • The device case has been open.
  • A cross screwdriver has been prepared.

Steps:

  1. Find the location of SSD, as shown in the red mark of figure below.
  1. Use a screwdriver to loosen the screws that secure the SSD counterclockwise.
  1. Hold both sides of the SSD with your hands and pull it out in the direction of the arrow.

2.5 Install SSD

If you choose a model without SSD when purchasing the product, and you need to use an SSD later, please refer to the following to install the SSD.

TIP:

Only compatible with M.2 2230, M.2 2242 and M.2 2260 SSD.

Preparation:

  • The device case has been open.
  • A cross screwdriver has been prepared.
  • SSD is ready.

Steps:

  1. Find the location of SSD connector, as shown in the red mark of figure below.。
  1. Use a screwdriver to loosen the screws that secure the SSD counterclockwise.
  1. Insert the SSD into the connector with the contacts facing up.
  1. Insert the screws that secure the SSD and tighten clockwise to secure the SSD to the PCBA.

2.6 Install RTC Battery

TIP:

Some international logistics do not support the transportation of batteries, and some ex-factory devices are not equipped with CR1220 batteries. Therefore, before using RTC, please prepare a CR1220 battery and install it on the motherboard.

Preparation:

  • The device case has been open.
  • The battery CR1220 is ready.

Steps:

  1. Find the location of RTC battery base, as shown in the red mark of figure below.
  1. Place the positive terminal of the battery facing up, and press it into the RTC base. The completed installation is as shown below.

2.7 Close Device Case

Preparation:

A cross screwdriver has been prepared.

Steps:

  1. Turn the PCBA over to port side, place the PCBA on the metal case to align the 6 mounting holes on the PCBA with the studs on the metal case. Then insert 6 mounting screws, and tighten clockwise to fix the PCBA to the metal case.
  1. Flip the metal case downward, align the screw mounting holes on the metal case with the screw mounting holes on the back of the LCD screen, and cover it downward on the back of the LCD screen.
  1. Use a screwdriver to tighten four M3 screws and one grounding screw on two sides clockwise.
  1. Align the ports on the PCBA with the port’s holes on the side panel, and insert the side cover.
  1. Use a screwdriver to tighten 2 M3 screws clockwise to fix the side cover.
  1. Plug in the default configuration of phoenix connector.