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Learn how to disassemble, replace, and configure the MP530 maritime computer used in Kongsberg Maritime Operator Stations. Includes step-by-step instructions and troubleshooting tips.
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General Description • The MP530 maritime computer is used in a wide range of Operator Stations (OSs) produced by Kongsberg Maritime. • The computer can be installed inside operator station consoles by using specific mounting brackets. • The OS and process station application software is stored on the MP530 hard disk. • The MP530 is built running the Microsoft Windows Xp or NT 4.0 operating systems.
MP530 Configuration • Main board (Motherboard) • CPU • RAM, 512 MB • Power supply 115/230 Vac • Graphics card (2X or 4X) (optional) • Network card • Serial line cards (optional) • CAN-bus card (optional) • Hard-disk drive • CD-RW drive • Floppy-disk drive • Miniature speaker • Reset button (ON/OFF)
MP530 - How to disassemble • Turn off the 230 Vac breakers (Q1 and Q2) • Disconnect all the cables from the rear • Place the MP530 cabinet on a firm surface
Lift the lever to release the lid and pull the lid toward you MP530 - How to disassemble
MP530 - How to disassemble • Remove the plastic front cover as shown
Replace the CD-RW or the floppy drive • Disconnect all the cables from the drive • Release the drives as shown
Replace the CD-RW or the floppy drive • Replace the faulty unit • Set any jumper of the new drive as the old one (only for CD-RW unit) • Reassembly • Verify the drive operation
Disconnect the data cable and power connector from the drive Replace the Hard Disk drive Power Connector Data Cable
Replace the Hard Disk drive • Unlock the drive as shown in figure
Check that the spare drive is compatible with the MP530. 2.5” HDD with adapter Replace the Hard Disk drive
Check that the spare drive is compatible with the MP530. 3.5” HDD low profile Replace the Hard Disk drive
Replace the Hard Disk drive • Always check the right interface on the motherboard: SATA Interface IDE Interface
Set the jumper as the old drive (only for IDE interface) Replace the Hard Disk drive
Fault location/identification • If an error situation has occurred, the fault is normally identified from the symptoms observed. It is therefore important to record all these observations to help the maintenance person or service engineer. All error messages shown on the screen should be logged from this purpose.