PPC-5350GS Flat Panel PC 
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ABOUT THIS MANUAL 
PPC-5350GS Flat Panel PC User Manual 
Description 
Initial release 
 
Date of Issue 
July 2006 
 
This document covers the description and installation instructions for the PPC-5350GS flat 
panel PC.     
 
COPYRIGHT NOTICE 
This document is copyrighted 2006, by IEI Technology Corp.    All rights are reserved. IEI 
Technology Corp. reserves the rights to alter the products described in this manual at any 
time without prior notice. 
This  document  contains  proprietary  information  protected  by  copyright.  All  rights  are 
reserved. No part of this manual may be reproduced by any mechanical, electronic, or 
other means in any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer. 
Information provided in this manual is intended to be accurate and reliable. However, IEI 
Technology  Corp.  assumes  no  responsibility  for  use  of  this  manual,  nor  for  any 
infringements upon the rights of third parties, which may result from such use. 
 
TRADEMARKS 
Intel  is  a  registered  trademark  of  Intel  Corporation.  AMI  is  registered  trademarks  of 
American  Megatrends  Inc.  Other  product  names  mentioned  herein  are  used  for 
identification purposes only and may be trademarks and/or registered trademarks of their 
respective owners.   
 
 
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PPC-5350GS Flat Panel PC 
PACKING LIST 
Before installing the LCD workstation, please make sure that the following items have been 
shipped: 
  1 x Carton 
  1 x Power cable 
  1 x IDE cable 
  1 x CPU cooler 
  1 x Driver CD   
  1 x Supplementary screw set   
If  any  of  these  items  are  missing  or  damaged,  contact  the  distributor  or  sales 
representative immediately. 
 
PRECAUTIONS 
 
SAFETY PRECAUTIONS 
1.  Prior to installing, moving, and modifying the workstation, make sure that 
the unit’s power is turned off and the power cord is disconnected.     
2.  Do not apply voltage levels that exceed the specified voltage range.   
Doing so may cause fire or an electrical shock. 
3.  Electric shock can occur if the panel is opened.    Do not drop or insert 
any objects into the ventilation openings of the workstation. 
4.  Only qualified engineers from certified system integrators or VARs are 
allowed to make necessary functional modifications to the workstation, 
e.g., adding a touch screen.    IEI offers the customization service on a 
pre-order basis.     
If considerable amount of dust, water, or fluids entered the workstation, 
turn off the power supply immediately, unplug the power cord, and contact 
the vendor.     
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6.  Explosions may occur with installations in environments where flammable 
gases are present.   
7.  Fault-tolerant and failsafe designs should be implemented with the use of 
the series models on transportation vehicles, ships, safety/security 
devices, or medical devices not related to life-support functionalities.   
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Users/integrators should take the responsibility for implementations with 
adequate levels of reliability and safety.     
8.  Preventive designs should be implemented so as to avoid the 
communications faults between the workstation and the 
PC/workstation/terminals that controls it.    0. 
HANDLING PRECAUTIONS  
1.  Do not drop the workstation against a hard surface.    Doing so may 
damage the display.     
2.  Do not strike or exert excessive force onto the touch panel. 
3.  Touching the touch panel using a sharp object may damage the LCD 
panel. 
4.  Avoid environments exposed to direct sunlight, dust, or chemical vapors.     
5.  The workstation is actively cooled. In no circumstances should the 
workstation operate with the openings obstructed by foreign objects.   
However, the ambient temperature of the installation site should be 
observed and controlled to avoid overheating the workstation.                   
6.  Condensation might form inside the workstation chassis if exposed to 
sudden changes in temperature.   
7.  Carefully route the power cord so that people cannot step on it. Do not 
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place anything over the power cord. 
If the equipment should be left unused for an extended period of time, 
disconnect it from the power source to avoid damage by transient 
over-voltage. 
If any of the following situations arises, get the equipment checked by 
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o The power cord or plug is damaged. 
o Liquid has penetrated into the equipment. 
o The equipment has been exposed to moisture. 
o The equipment does not work properly, or the user cannot get it to 
work according to the user manual. 
o The equipment has been dropped and damaged. 
o The equipment shows obvious signs of breakage. 
 
 
 
 
 
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  WARNING! 
Any  changes  or  modifications  made  to  the  equipment  that  are  not 
expressly approved by the relevant standards could void the authority to
operate the equipment. 
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION   
 
MAINTENANCE AND CLEANING 
Note the following precautions before beginning to clean the LCD workstation. 
When cleaning any single part or component of the computer, please read and understand 
the details below fully. 
  Except for the properly installed front LCD panel, never spray or squirt liquids 
directly onto any computer component. To clean the device, please rub it with 
a piece of dry and soft cloth or a slightly moistened cloth with the exterior 
casing. 
  The interior of the LCD workstation does not require cleaning.    Keep fluids 
away from the LCD workstation and the interior of it.     
  Be cautious of the tiny removable components when using a vacuum cleaner 
to absorb the dirt on the floor. 
  Turn the system off before cleaning up the LCD workstation. 
  Never drop any tiny objects through the openings of the LCD workstation or 
get circuit board damp or wet. 
  Be cautious of all kinds of cleaning solvents or chemicals when using it for the 
sake of cleaning. Some individuals may be allergic to the ingredients. 
  Avoid any food, drink or cigarette around the LCD workstation. 
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CLEANING TOOLS 
Although many companies have created products to help improve the process of cleaning 
the  computer  and  peripherals,  users  can  also  use  household  items  to  clean  their 
computers and peripherals. Below is a list of items to use while cleaning the computer or 
computer peripherals. 
Please keep in mind that some components in the computer may only be cleaned using a 
product designed for cleaning that component, if this is the case it will be mentioned in the 
cleaning tips. 
  Cloth - A piece of cloth is the best tool to use when rubbing up a component. 
Although paper towels or tissues can be used on most hardware as well, it is l 
recommended to rub it with a piece of cloth. 
  Water or rubbing alcohol – Moisten a piece of cloth a bit with some water or 
rubbing alcohol and rub it on the computer. 
  Unknown solvents may be harmful to the plastics parts. 
  Vacuum cleaner - Absorb the dust, dirt, hair, cigarette particles, and other 
particles out of a computer can be one of the best methods of cleaning a 
computer. Over time these items can restrict the airflow in a computer and 
cause circuitry to corrode. 
  Cotton swabs - Cotton swaps moistened with rubbing alcohol or water are 
excellent tools for wiping hard to reach areas in the keyboard, mouse, and 
other locations. 
Foam swabs - Whenever possible it is better to use lint free swabs such as 
foam swabs. 
  
ESD PRECAUTIONS 
Observe  all  conventional  anti-ESD  methods  while  handling  the  components  contained 
within the LCD should the need arise for adding a functionality.    The use of a grounded 
wrist strap and an anti-static work pad is recommended.    Avoid dust and debris or other 
static-accumulating materials in the work area. 
 
 
 
 
 
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MANUAL CONVENTIONS   
  WARNING! 
Warnings appear where overlooked details may cause damage to the equipment or result 
in personal injury.    Warnings should be taken seriously.    Warnings are easy to recognize. 
The word “warning” is written as “WARNING,” both capitalized and bold and is followed by 
text in italics. The italicized text is the warning message.   
  CAUTION! 
Cautionary  messages  should  also  be  heeded  to  reduce  the  chance  of  losing  data  or 
damaging the system.    Cautions are easy to recognize. The word “caution” is written as 
“CAUTION,” both capitalized and bold and is followed by text in italics. The italicized text is 
the cautionary message.   
  NOTE: 
These  messages  inform  the  reader  of  essential  but  non-critical  information.  These 
messages should be read carefully as any directions or instructions contained therein can 
avoid making mistakes. Notes are easy to recognize. The word “note” is written as “NOTE,” 
both  capitalized  and  bold  and  is  followed  by  text  in  italics.  The  italicized  text  is  the 
cautionary message. 
Lists 
Bulleted Lists: Bulleted lists are statements of non-sequential facts that can be read in 
any order. Each statement is preceded by a round black dot “•” or bullets in other shapes. 
Numbered Lists: Numbered lists describe sequential steps should be followed in order.     
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Table of Contents 
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INTRODUCTION................................................................................................... 15 
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PPC-5350GS FLAT PANEL PC OVERVIEW ......................................................... 16 
1.1.1 PPC-5350GS Model Variation......................................................................... 16 
1.1.2 PPC-5350GS Flat Panel PC Applications....................................................... 16 
1.1.3 PPC-5350GS Flat Panel PC Features............................................................. 16 
PPC-5350GS EXTERNAL OVERVIEW................................................................. 17 
1.2.1 General Description......................................................................................... 17 
1.2.2 Front Panel ...................................................................................................... 17 
1.2.3 Rear Panel ....................................................................................................... 18 
1.2.4 Top Panel ......................................................................................................... 18 
1.2.5 PPC-5350GS Bottom Panel............................................................................. 18 
1.2.6 Right Side Panel............................................................................................... 19 
1.2.7 Left Side Panel ................................................................................................. 20 
1.2.8 Frame............................................................................................................... 20 
PPC-5350GS INTERNAL OVERVIEW.................................................................. 21 
PPC-5350GS SPECIFICATIONS........................................................................... 21 
1.4.1 Preinstalled Hardware Components................................................................ 21 
1.4.2 System Specifications....................................................................................... 21 
1.4.3 PPC-5350GS Motherboard Specifications ...................................................... 22 
1.4.4 Flat Panel Screen............................................................................................. 23 
1.4.5 Power Supply Unit (PSU) ................................................................................ 24 
OEM CUSTOMIZATIONS..................................................................................... 25 
DIMENSIONS ...................................................................................................... 26 
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2  A300 MOTHERBOARD........................................................................................ 27 
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2.3 
INTRODUCTION .................................................................................................. 28 
CPU SUPPORT.................................................................................................... 28 
ONBOARD CHIPSETS .......................................................................................... 28 
2.3.1 Northbridge and Southbridge Chipsets ........................................................... 28 
2.3.2 855GME Northbridge Chipset......................................................................... 28 
2.3.3 ICH4 Southbridge Chipset............................................................................... 29 
GRAPHICS SUPPORT ........................................................................................... 30 
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