ML100G-56

1- Product Overview

1.1- Introduction

The ML100G-56 is an extension of the ML100G product line, offering enhanced performance through Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 and Ultra 5 processors in a low-profile, fanless system designed for the demands of the IoT edge. It features a 0 to 50°C operating temperature range and diverse configuration options, emphasizing its versatile design.

1.2- Safety

Safety Precautions, Safeguards & Information

Do not open and modify the device! The device complies with various national and international Safety, EMC and Environmental requirements per various standards.

Modification of the device may void certifications, warranty and/or cause possible injury to the user.

Safe use and installation instructions

1. Care must be taken handling the device to prevent injury to self or possibility of damaging the unit.

2. Read the entire manual before using the product.

3. Install the device securely per users manual instructions.

4. To protect against excessive RF exposure, maintain at least 20cm from any user and the RF antennas. Only use provided dual band antennas of 2dBi/2dBi gain.

5. Wall or ceiling mounting device requires use of OnLogic mounting plate or bracket.

6. Use M3x0.5mm Flat Head screws to attach mounting plate or mounting brackets to threaded holes on bottom or rear of chassis. Screws should be a minimum length of 4mm. Add 1mm of screw length for every mm of additional thickness of plate or bracket beyond 1.5mm.

7. Caution, Hot Surface! It is normal for the unit to heat up and be hot to touch. Do not touch the heatsink area or enclosure during operation and 30 minutes after shutdown allowing the unit to cool down.

8. Ambient operating temperature must be between 0 °C to 50 °C with a non-condensing relative humidity of 10-85%.

9. The device can be stored at temperatures between -10 °C to 85 °C. Note: Unit must be stabilized within operating temperature before use, minimum 3HR.

10. Keep the device away from liquids and flammable materials. Not to be installed in a hazardous environment.

11. Do not clean the device with liquids. The chassis can be cleaned with a dry cloth or duster only. To prevent injury to self and/or damage to the device the unit must be powered down and all connecting power and other peripherals shall be disconnected prior to cleaning.

12. Allow adequate space around all sides of the device for proper cooling and to not exceed its maximum operating temperature limit. If the device is mounted to a vertical surface then recommended device orientation is such that heatsink fins allow air to rise unobstructed. Alternative orientations may result in reduced operational temperature range.

13. This device is intended for indoor operation only.

14. Caution, Risk of Electric Shock! Unit is powered by low voltage DC (Direct Current) only! Do not connect AC (Alternating Current) into the device!

15. To power the device use only UL ITE Listed external power supplies with DC output of 12-24VDC, see specs for details.

16. Wiring methods used for the connection of the equipment to the mains supply shall be in accordance with the National Electrical Code, NFPA 70, and the Canadian Electrical Code, Part I, CSA C22.1.

17. Allow ample space for terminal block wiring connections such that the wires do not bend and are protected from accidental damage.

18. Install the device only with shielded network cables.

19. The installer should be experienced in aftermarket installation and familiar with general practices for installing electronics.

20. Radio device is not intended for emergency service use.

21. Service and repair of the device must be done by qualified service personnel. This includes, but is not limited to, replacement of the CMOS battery. Replacement CMOS battery must be of the same type as the original.

22. Proper disposal of CMOS battery must comply with local governance.

23. Product must only be connected to a certified router, switch or similar network equipment

24. Product is intended for indoor use only.

25. Product cannot be connected to the public network.

26. This equipment is not suitable for use in locations where children are likely to be present. WARNING: There is danger of explosion if the CMOS battery is replaced incorrectly. Disposal of battery into fire or a hot oven, or mechanically crushing or cutting of a battery can result in an explosion.

Précautions et guide d’installation

Ne pas ouvrir et modifier l'appareil ! L'appareil est conforme à diverses exigences nationales et internationales en matière de sécurité, de CEM et d'environnement selon diverses normes.

La modification de l'appareil peut annuler les certifications, la garantie et/ou causer des blessures à l'utilisateur.

Instructions d'utilisation et d'installation en toute sécurité

1. Des précautions doivent être prises lors de la manipulation de l'appareil pour éviter de se blesser ou d'endommager l'appareil.

2. Lisez l'intégralité du manuel avant d'utiliser le produit.

3. Installez l'appareil en toute sécurité selon les instructions du manuel de l'utilisateur.

4. Pour vous protéger contre une exposition RF excessive, maintenez au moins 20 cm de tout utilisateur et des antennes RF. Utilisez uniquement les antennes double bande fournies avec un gain de 2 dBi/2 dBi.

5. Le dispositif de montage mural ou au plafond nécessite l'utilisation d'une plaque ou d'un support de montage. La plaque ou le support doit être en métal et avoir une épaisseur minimale de 1 mm.

6. Utilisez des vis à tête plate M4x0,5 mm pour fixer la plaque de montage ou les supports de montage aux trous filetés au bas ou à l'arrière du châssis. Les vis doivent avoir une longueur minimale de 4 mm. Ajoutez 1 mm de longueur de vis pour chaque mm d'épaisseur supplémentaire de plaque ou de support au-delà de 1,5 mm.

7. Attention surface chaude! Il est normal que l'appareil chauffe et soit chaud au toucher. Ne touchez pas la zone du dissipateur thermique ou le boîtier pendant le fonctionnement et 30 minutes après l'arrêt pour permettre à l'unité de refroidir.

8. La température ambiante de fonctionnement doit être comprise entre 0 °C et 50 °C avec une humidité relative sans condensation de 10 à 85 %.

9. L'appareil peut être stocké à des températures comprises entre -10 °C et 85 °C. Remarque : L'unité doit être stabilisée à la température de fonctionnement avant utilisation, minimum 3 heures.

10. Gardez l'appareil à l'écart des liquides et des matériaux inflammables. Ne pas installer dans un environnement dangereux.

11. Ne nettoyez pas l'appareil avec des liquides. Le châssis peut être nettoyé uniquement avec un chiffon sec ou un plumeau. Pour éviter de se blesser et/ou d'endommager l'appareil, l'appareil doit être éteint et toutes les alimentations et autres périphériques doivent être déconnectés avant le nettoyage.

12. Prévoyez un espace suffisant autour de tous les côtés de l'appareil pour un refroidissement correct et pour ne pas dépasser sa limite de température de fonctionnement maximale. Si l'appareil est monté sur une surface verticale, l'orientation recommandée de l'appareil est telle que les ailettes du dissipateur thermique permettent à l'air de monter sans obstruction. Des orientations alternatives peuvent entraîner une plage de températures de fonctionnement réduite.

13. Cet appareil est destiné à une utilisation en intérieur uniquement.

14. Attention, risque de choc électrique ! L'unité est alimentée uniquement par une basse tension CC (courant continu) ! Ne connectez pas le courant alternatif (courant alternatif) à l'appareil !

15. Pour alimenter l'appareil, utilisez uniquement des alimentations externes répertoriées UL ITE avec une sortie CC de 12-24 VCC, voir les spécifications pour plus de détails.

16. Les méthodes de câblage utilisées pour le raccordement de l'équipement à l'alimentation secteur doivent être conformes au Code national de l'électricité, NFPA 70, et au Code canadien de l'électricité, Partie I, CSA C22.1.

17. Prévoyez suffisamment d'espace pour les connexions de câblage du bornier afin que les fils ne se plient pas et soient protégés contre les dommages accidentels.

18. Installez l'appareil uniquement avec des câbles réseau blindés.

19. L'installateur doit avoir de l'expérience dans l'installation de pièces de rechange et être familiarisé avec les pratiques générales d'installation de composants électroniques.

20. L'appareil radio n'est pas destiné aux services d'urgence.

21. L'entretien et la réparation de l'appareil doivent être effectués par un personnel qualifié. Cela inclut, mais sans s'y limiter, le remplacement de la batterie CMOS. La batterie CMOS de remplacement doit être du même type que celle d'origine.

22. L'élimination appropriée de la batterie CMOS doit être conforme à la gouvernance locale.

23. Le produit doit uniquement être connecté à un routeur, un commutateur ou un équipement réseau similaire certifié

24. Le produit est destiné à une utilisation en intérieur uniquement.

25. Le produit ne peut pas être connecté au réseau public.

26. Cet équipement n'est pas adapté à une utilisation dans des endroits où des enfants sont susceptibles d'être présents.

ATTENTION: Il existe un risque d'explosion si la pile CMOS n'est pas remplacée correctement. L'élimination de la batterie dans le feu ou dans un four chaud, ou l'écrasement ou le découpage mécanique d'une batterie peut entraîner une explosion.

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1.3- Box Contents & Accessories

If you purchased additional items such as mounting brackets, power supplies or terminal block connectors, they will be located in the system box or within the outer shipping carton.

All drivers and product guides can be found on the product page. For more information on accessories and additional features, visit the ML100G-56 product page.

1.4- Product Specifications

Specification	Value
Processor	Intel® Core™ Ultra 7 Processor 155U - Series 1 Intel Core Ultra 5 Processor 125U - Series 1
Memory	2x DDR5-5600 SO-DIMM up to 96GB
Integrated Graphics	Intel Arc™ Graphics
Front I/O	1x USB 3.2 Gen 2 (Type-A) 1x USB 4/Thunderbolt 4 (Type-C, 5V/3A, DP2.1) - Supports Locking Connector 1x USB 3.2 Gen2 x2 (Type-C, 5V/3A, DP1.4a) - Supports Locking Connector 1x Audio Jack (MIC-in, Line-out) 1x Power Button (w/ LED indicator)
Back I/O	2x HDMI 2.1 TMDS 2x 2.5 GbE LAN 2x USB3.2 Gen2 (Type-A) 1x DC Jack (12V~24V)
Expansion & Storage	1x M.2 2230 E-key (Wi-Fi) (PCIe x1 / USB 2.0/ CNVi) 1x M.2 2242/2280 M-key (PCIe Gen 4 x 4) 1x M.2 2242 M-key (PCIe Gen 4 x4)
Onboard Headers & Connectors	1x Battery on a cable 1x Serial Header (RS 232/422/485) 2x USB 2.0 (2.00 pitch header)
Special Features	Watchdog timer RTC Intel PTT BIOS option for auto power-on
Optional Add On Module	4G, COM (RS-232/422/485), DIO (x4/x4)
Operating Systems	Windows 11 Pro 64 Bit Windows 10 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2021 Windows 11 IoT Enterprise LTSC 2024 Ubuntu 24.04 Desktop / Server
LAN controller	1x Intel I226LM 1x Intel I226V
Power Input	12V~24V DC-In Jack
Dimensions	142 x 61.5 x 111 mm
Weight	1.25 kg / 2.8 lbs (System Only)
Motherboard Dimensions	104 x 36 x 102 mm
Mounting Options	DIN Wall VESA
Thermal Standards	System Operating Temperature: 0-50C Storage Temperature: -10-85C Operating Humidity: 0% - 90%
Extra Chassis Features	4 Antenna holes

Radio Specifications when equipped with INT-9260 Wifi/BT (device for indoor use)

Frequency Bands	2.4GHz and 5GHz bands
Operating Frequency	2400 - 2485 MHz 5150 - 5250 MHz, 5250 - 5350 MHz 5470 - 5725 MHz, 5725 - 5878 MHz
Channel spacing / Bandwidth	2.4GHz: 802.11b/g/n; 5 MHz / BT: 1MHz Bandwidth: 20 MHz / 40 MHz 5 GHz: 802.11a/n/ac: 20, 40, 80, 160 MHz
RF output power	20dBm (2400-2485 MHz) IEEE 802.11b/g/n & BT 10dBm (2400-2485 MHz) BLE 23dBm (5150-5725 MHz) IEEE 802.11a/n/ac 13.98 dBm (5725-5875MHz) IEEE 802.11a/n/ac
Type of Modulation	2.4GHz: DSSS/OFDM/FHSS 5 GHz: OFDM
Antenna Specifications	ANT200 - PIFA type with 2dBi/2dBi gain on 2.4 & 5 GHz
Modes of operation	Duplex (Tx/Rx)
Duty cycle (access protocol)	As In: IEEE 802.11 a/b/g/n/ac

2- Technical Specifications

2.1- External Features

Front I/O

Back I/O

2.2- I/O Definitions

Front I/O Definition

Power Button / Power LED

The front power button can be used to turn on and off the system. The power button is a momentary contact button with a blue LED backlight used to display the status of the system. A solid blue light indicates that the system is powered in the S0 state. The LED is off in S4 and deeper states.

Rear I/O Definition

DIO (Optional)

The ML100G-56 supports an optional Isolated Digital I/O add-in card (OnLogic ADP120 DIO). This option allows for interfacing with digital logic applications. For a complete explanation of features, operating voltages, and safety information, please refer to the DIO expansion manual below:

ADP120 Isolated DIO Module

LAN LED

The LAN ports on ML100G-56 support up to 2.5Gbps link speeds over standard shielded CAT5e or CAT6 cables. The connector is the industry standard RJ45 connector. The LAN link state is shown by the two LEDs enclosed in the port. The description is included below.

LAN activity light description.

COM DB9 Option

The serial port supports RS-232, RS-422, and RS-485 configurations.

COM DB9 pinout

Expansion Port Pinout

M.2 M-Key

M.2 E-Key

2.3- Motherboard Connectors

M.2 M-Key

Two M.2 M-Key ports are present on the ML100G-56 motherboard to allow support for M-Key form-factor expansion cards. Form-factors 2242/2280 are supported on the primary slot, and the secondary slot supports 2242 form-factor, both M-Key ports are PCIe Gen 4 x 4. A full pinout table for this expansion slot is provided in Appendix B.

M.2 E-Key

An M.2 E-Key port is present on the ML100G-56 motherboard to allow support for E-Key form-factor wireless expansion cards. Only 2230 form-factor cards are supported. The E-Key connector supports PCIe x1, USB 2.0, and CNVi. A full pinout table for this expansion slot is provided in Appendix B.

SO-DIMM

The ML100G-56 has two onboard DDR5 SO-DIMM slots with the following specifications:

• Maximum Capacity: DDR5-5600 up to 96GB (48GB per DIMM)

• Channel configuration: Dual Channels

BIOS EEPROM

If the BIOS needs to be updated, please refer to the following steps for flashing the EEPROM.

1. Save the BIOS ROM file in an USB thumb drive (FAT32 format)

2. Enter BIOS Setup Utility by pressing F2 or DEL during boot

3. Navigate to Advanced -> Instant Flash

4. Choose the ROM file you’d like to update

5. Follow the instructions on the screen

6. When the programming is completed, press Enter to reboot the system

USB 2.0 Header

COM Port Header (RS-232/422/485)

JP1 Header

Auto clear CMOS when system boot improperly

System Panel Header

2.4- Power Management

Wake-Up Events

The ML100G-56 supports multiple power states. The wake-up events can be configured in the BIOS. This section describes the supported power management functions and gives information on protection circuitry for power adapters.

2.5- Thermal Management

Test Conditions

• Temperature: 50°C soaking for minimum of 2hrs

• Conditions:

  • DC Load 1 Amps on 1x Back Panel USB port

  • DC Load 1 Amps on 1x Front panel USB port

  • Application: BurnIn Stress 7 test, Furmark, H/W monitoring

Test Results

Test Result Summary

The ML100G-56 with Intel Core Ultra 7 processor 155U operated upwards of 80% of its rated base clock speeds on the CPU cores while sustaining significant processor, memory and storage stress loads in an ambient temperature of 50ºC.

2.6- Block Diagram

3- Installation & Mechanical

3.1- Dimensions

3.2- Mounting

Wall Mounting

The ML100G-56 has optional Wall Mount brackets (SKU : MTW101) and DIN Rail mounting brackets (SKU : MTW101-K) available for purchase.

For Wall Mounting, follow steps below :

1. Align the four screw holes on the bottom of the system with the respective holes on the mounting brackets.

2. Attach wall mounting brackets (MTW101) to the system using the supplied M3 screws (M3X0.5 Flathead Screw, 4mm Long).

3. Install system to surface using keyhole slots on wall mount brackets and appropriate hardware for the surface (not provided).

DIN Rail Mounting

For DIN Rail Mounting, follow the below steps:

1. Follow steps 1-2 from the Wall Mounting section.

2. Align the mounting holes of the din clip bracket to the three mounting holes on the wall mount bracket.

3. Install the din clips to the wall mount brackets using supplied screws and a Phillips head screwdriver.

4. Mount system onto the DIN rail.

Note: The mounting brackets are required to support 3x the hanging weight of the system (14.82lbs / 6.72 kgs). The mating surface and hardware must be capable of supporting the same load.

VESA Mounting

The ML100G-56 has an optional VESA mounting bracket (SKU : MTV100-K) available for purchase. Follow the steps below for mounting.

1. Align the four screw holes on the bottom of the system with the respective holes on the mounting bracket.

2. Attach VESA Mount Plate, to the system using the supplied M3 screws (M3X0.5 Flathead Screw, 4mm Long)

3. Install the system to VESA 75 or VESA 100 mounting pattern using provided VESA Mount screws.

The mounting bracket systems are required to secure 3x the hanging weight of the computer system (14.82lbs / 6.72 kgs). The mating substrate must be capable of maintaining the same rating.

3.3- Internal Access

The ML100G can be opened by the user. This does not void the warranty, however, any damage caused by doing so will not be covered.

1. Ensure your body is discharged of any static electricity by touching a grounded metal surface.

2. Remove the 4x phillips screws on the outside of the case.

3. Use the tab for leverage to pull the bottom panel off

1. The internals of the unit can now be accessed

4- Software & Firmware

4.1- Drivers & Downloads

Drivers

4.2 BIOS

BIOS Flies

4.3- Features & Configuration

Enable Auto Power On

● Enter the system’s BIOS by pressing the DELETE key repeatedly as the system is powering up ● Navigate to Advanced -> Chipset ● Change the “Restore on AC/Power Loss” setting to “Power On”

Configure RAID setting on BIOS

1. Press F2 upon system booting up to go to the BIOS menu.

2. Go to Advanced > Storage Configuration > VMD Configuration > Enabled

1. Press F10 to save and exit.

2. Press F2 again to boot to BIOS.

3. There will be a new row “Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology” under the Advanced tab.

1. Go to Intel(R) Rapid Storage Technology. You will see the drives you’ve slotted in listed under the Non-RAID Physical Disks. Now go to Create RAID Volume.

1. Select RAID 0, check the box for both disks and then click Create Volume.

1. Now, you’ll see 2 drives have been merged into a single RAID volume.

1. Press F10 to save and exit, and start the Windows 11 Pro installation.

Windows 11 RAID Installation

1. Make sure you have downloaded the Intel Rapid Start Driver in a thumbdrive in advance.

2. Plug in the thumbdrive with the driver downloaded.

3. At the WIndows 11 Setup page below, click Load Driver to pre-load the driver needed for RAID configuration.

1. Browse to the folder where your driver is located.

1. Select Intel RST VMD Managed Controller 09AB and then click Install.

1. Now, you will see both drives have been merged into a single volume and ready for installation!

**Similar steps applied to RAID 1 Configuration.

Verify RAID Setup Success

1. Go to Device Manager > Disk Drives. It will show if your disk is under normal / RAID 0 / RAID 1 volume.

1. Run CrystalDiskMark test to compare the disk performance. The RAID 0 array should show higher sequential read/write speeds compared to a single drive.

2. For RAID 0, removing one of the disks will cause the system to go into bluescreen.

5- Support & Compliance

5.1- Troubleshooting & FAQ

Clear CMOS

The ML100 can be opened by the user. This does not void the warranty, however, any damage caused by doing so will not be covered. Please see the Internal Access instructions above.

• Locate the JP1 header, located in the red circle in this image:

• Short pins 4 & 6, indicated in the image, with a jumper or the tip of a screwdriver

• Hold in place for 30 seconds

• Remove the jumper/screwdriver

• Close up and power on the system. It may power cycle several times before it begins working again.

5.2- Regulatory

CE

The computer system was evaluated for medical, IT equipment, automotive, and maritime EMC standards as a class A device. The computer complies with the relevant IT equipment directives for the CE mark. Modification of the system may void the certifications. Testing includes: EN 55032, EN 55035, IEC 60601-1, EN 62368-1, EN 60950-1, and IEC 60945. Product safety was evaluated to IEC 62368-1 and IEC 60950-1.

FCC Statement

This device complies with part 15 of the FCC rules as a Class A device. 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.

ISED

This device complies with Industry Canada license-exempt RSS standard(s). Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference, including interference that may cause undesired operation of the device.

Le présent appareil est conforme aux CNR d'Industrie Canada applicables aux appareils radio exempts de licence. L'exploitation est autorisée aux deux conditions suivantes: (1) l'appareil ne doit pas produire de brouillage, et (2) l'utilisateur de l'appareil doit accepter tout brouillage radioélectrique subi, même si le brouillage est susceptible d'en compromettre le fonctionnement. CAN ICES-003(A) / NMB-003(A)

UKCA

The computer system was evaluated for medical, IT equipment, automotive, maritime and railway EMC standards as a class A device. The computer complies with the relevant IT equipment directives for the UKCA mark.

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5.3- Security Advisory

For the latest security advisories concerning OnLogic products, including vulnerability disclosures and necessary updates, please refer to our official Security Advisories page. It is recommended to regularly check this resource for critical security information. Access Security Advisories