Compaq NC6136 User Manual

NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter

User Guide

First Edition (April 2001)
Part Number 212419-00A
Compaq Computer Corporation

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Compaq NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter User Guide
First Edition (April 2001)
Part Number 212419-00A

About This Guide

Symbols in Text........................................................................................................... v

Compaq Technician Notes ..........................................................................................v

Where to Go for Additional Help............................................................................... vi

Compaq Customer Support ........................................................................................vi

Compaq Website ................................................................................................vii

PaqFax Number.................................................................................................. vii

Calling the Compaq Support Line......................................................................vii

Chapter 1

Introduction

Overview ..................................................................................................................1-1

Features ....................................................................................................................1-1

Hardware Overview..................................................................................................1-2

LED Indicators ..................................................................................................1-2

Contents

Chapter 2

Installing the Adapter

Electrostatic Discharge Precautions .........................................................................2-1

Installing the Adapter in a Server.............................................................................2-2

Connecting the Fiber Network Cable ....................................................................... 2-3

Appendix A

Regulatory Compliance Notices

European Union Notice ........................................................................................... A-1

Appendix B

Electrostatic Discharge

Grounding Methods................................................................................................. B-1

Appendix C

Specifications

NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter Specifications...................................................... C-1

Fiber Cable Specifications....................................................................................... C-2

This user guide can be used for reference when installing the Compaq NC6136 Gigabit Server
Adapter.

IMPORTANT: The installation of options and servicing of this product shall be performed by individuals
who are knowledgeable of the procedures, precautions, and hazards associated with equipment
containing hazardous energy circuits.

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These symbols may be found in the text of this guide. They have the following meanings.

About This Guide

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical shock and hazardous energy

levels, only authorized service technicians should attempt to repair this equipment. Improper
repairs could create conditions that are hazardous.

WARNING: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions in the warning
could result in bodily harm or loss of life.

CAUTION: Text set off in this manner indicates that failure to follow directions could result in
damage to equipment or loss of information.

IMPORTANT: Text set off in this manner presents clarifying information or specific instructions.

NOTE: Text set off in this manner presents commentary, sidelights, or interesting points of information.

Compaq Technician Notes

WARNING: Only authorized technicians trained by Compaq should attempt to repair this

equipment. All troubleshooting and repair procedures are detailed to allow only
subassembly/module level repair. Because of the complexity of the individual boards and
subassemblies, no one should attempt to make repairs at the component level or to make
modifications to any printed wiring board. Improper repairs can create a safety hazard. Any
indications of component replacement or printed wiring board modifications may void any
warranty.

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WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from electrical shock and hazardous energy
levels, do not exceed the level of repair specified in these procedures. Because of the
complexity of the individual boards and subassemblies, do not attempt to make repairs at the
component level or to make modifications to any printed wiring board. Improper repairs could
create conditions that are hazardous.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment:

■ If the system has multiple power supplies, disconnect power from the system by
unplugging all power cords from the power supplies.

■ Do not disable the power cord grounding plug. The grounding plug is an important safety
feature.

■ Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily accessible at
all times.

CAUTION: To properly ventilate your system, you must provide at least 12 inches (30.5 cm) of
clearance at the front and back of the computer.

CAUTION: The computer is designed to be electrically grounded. To ensure proper operation,
plug the AC power cord into a properly grounded AC outlet only.

Where to Go for Additional Help

In addition to this guide, the following information sources are available:

■ README files in the \DIAGS directory on the Compaq Software and Documentation CD.

To view these files, insert the Software and Documentation CD, switch to the \DIAGS
directory on that drive, and enter:

SETUP /README

■ Compaq NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter Quick Installation Card

(Part Number 212420-021)

Compaq Customer Support

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services provide the most up-to-date information about Compaq products. You can access
installation instructions, troubleshooting information, and general product information from the
Compaq website.

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www.compaq.com

For international information, refer to:

www.compaq.com/corporate/overview/world_offices.html

Compaq Website

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Navigate to a specific product and then look for support information from this list of support
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Send email to:

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receive the automated fax transmittals. Call 1-800-345-1518, option 1, and request a product
catalog. After you receive the catalog, you can order the documents through the Compaq
fax-on-demand retrieval system.

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Calling the Compaq Support Line

When you call the Compaq Support line, you must be at your server with your software running
and the product documentation at hand. The Compaq technician may ask for the following
information:

■ Your address and telephone number

■ The name and model number of the Compaq product you are calling about

■ The serial number of your Compaq product

■ The names and version numbers of the software you are using to operate the Compaq

product

■ The name and version number of the operating system you are using

■ The system type (manufacturer and model number)

■ The expansion boards or add-in cards in your server

■ The amount of memory in your server

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North America

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Europe, the Middle East, and Africa

In Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, contact your local Compaq authorized service provider.
Details of your local Compaq authorized service provider can be obtained from your Compaq
authorized reseller, dealer, or from the Compaq website at

http://www.compaq.com

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Compaq has technical support centers worldwide. Many of the centers are staffed by technicians
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From the Compaq Worldwide home page, select your country and click Go to find the nearest
Compaq office.

Overview

Features

Chapter 1

Introduction

The Compaq NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter is a stand-alone, single port, 64-bit/66MHz PCI
Gigabit (1000BASE-SX ) Ethernet adapter. It uses fiber-optic cable that provides failover
capabilities with other Gigabit and 10/100 adapters installed in a server. The NC6136 Gigabit
Server Adapter is a supported option for selected Compaq ProLiant™ servers.

Standard features of the NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter are:

■ 64-bit/66MHz PCI, compatible with 64-bit/33MHz or 32-bit/33MHz Bus Master DMA

■ IEEE 802.3z 1000BASE-SX Ethernet compliant

■ Support for IEEE standards 802.1p and 802.1Q

■ IEEE 802.3ad (static configuration mode only)

■ PCI Hot Plug compliant

■ 64-bit addressing for systems with more than 4 GB of physical memory

■ Operating system support on CD for Microsoft Windows 2000, Microsoft

Windows NT 4.0, Microsoft Windows 2000 Advanced Server, Microsoft Windows 2000
Datacenter Server, Novell NetWare 4.2, 5.0, and 5.1, and operating system support on the
Compaq website for SCO Open Server 5.x and SCO UnixWare 7.x, and Linux (open
source)

■ Full-duplex operation

■ Adaptive Load Balancing (ALB)

■ Network Fault Tolerance (NFT)

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Hardware Overview

The Compaq NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter features delay and reduction of transmit
interrupts; EEPROM interface, including loadable configuration space fields; and elimination of
receive buffer alignment requirements. The adapter supports emerging standards for system
manageability and power management, such as ACPI. The NC6136 Server Adapter has a single,
fiber SC port and LED indicators for link and activity.

1000-SX

Link LED

Activity LED

Fiber SC Por

Figure 1-1. Fiber SC Port and LED locations

LED Indicators

The NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter has two diagnostic LED indicators for the fiber SC port.

(not used)

Table 1-1

LED Operations for the NC6136 Adapter

LED Name Display Description

LNK On The adapter is receiving power; the cable connection is good.

Off The adapter is not receiving power or the cable connection is

faulty.

ACT Blinking The adapter is sending or receiving network data.

Off The adapter is not sending or receiving network data.

Chapter 2

Installing the Adapter

This chapter describes installation precautions, how to install the adapter, and how to attach the
fiber network cable.

WARNING: To avoid the risk of personal injury or damage to the equipment, consult the Safety
information and user documentation provided with your equipment before attempting the
installation.

Many servers are capable of producing energy levels that are considered hazardous. Users
should not remove enclosures nor should they bypass the interlocks provided for removal of
these hazardous conditions.

Installation of this adapter should be performed by individuals who are both qualified in the
servicing of computer equipment and trained in the hazards associated with products capable
of producing hazardous energy levels.

NOTE: Before removing the cover of your server, refer to the Compaq documentation for the proper
methods for installing a PCI card and avoiding electric shock hazards.

Electrostatic Discharge Precautions

A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor can damage components on the
adapter. This can make the adapter inoperable. In addition to the following information, see
Appendix B for more precautions.

To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions:

■ Always properly ground yourself when touching a static-sensitive component or assembly.

■ Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing parts in static-safe containers.

■ Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static-free

locations.

■ Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers.

■ Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.

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Installing the Adapter in a Server

Refer to the Compaq ProLiant documentation for the specific steps necessary to safely install a
PCI card in your server.

Figure 2-1. Installing the adapter in a server

1. If the server is not PCI Hot Plug compliant, power down the server and unplug the power

cord.

2. Remove both the server cover and the cover bracket from a PCI slot.

WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the internal system
components to cool before touching them.

CAUTION: If the device is not PCI Hot Plug compliant, power down the device and unplug the
power cord from the power outlet before removing the device cover. Failure to do so may
damage the adapter or computer.

3. Firmly seat the adapter in a PCI slot and secure the adapter bracket.

4. Replace the server cover and plug in the power cord.

Connecting the Fiber Network Cable

The NC6136 Server Adapter has one SC fiber port. This port supports 1000BASE-SX
multimode fiber cable with a maximum cable length dependent upon the fiber type, mode, and
cable size. See Appendix C for maximum cable lengths.

To insert the network SC connector into the adapter port, line up the slot on the fiber connector
with the adapter and gently push until the retainers click into place. Figure 2-2 shows the
installation of an SC fiber connector in an SC fiber port.

Figure 2-2. Installing an SC connector in an SC fiber port

Installing the Adapter 2-3

European Union Notice

Products with the C0E Marking comply with both the EMC Directive (89/336/EEC) and the
Low Voltage Directive (73/23/EEC) issued by the Commission of the European Community.

Compliance with these directives implies conformity to the following European Norms (in
brackets are the equivalent international standards):

■ EN55022 (CISPR 22) – Electromagnetic Interference

■ EN55024 (IEC61000-4-2,3,4,5,6,8,11) – Electromagnetic Immunity

Appendix A

Regulatory Compliance Notices

■ EN61000-3-2 (IEC61000-3-2) – Power Line Harmonics

■ EN61000-3-3 (IEC61000-3-3) – Power Line Flicker

■ EN60950 (IEC950) – Product Safety

Appendix B

Electrostatic Discharge

To prevent damage to the system, be aware of the precautions you need to follow when setting
up the system or handling parts. A discharge of static electricity from a finger or other conductor
may damage system boards or other static-sensitive devices. This type of damage may reduce
the life expectancy of the device.

To prevent electrostatic damage, observe the following precautions:

■ Avoid hand contact by transporting and storing products in static-safe containers.

■ Keep electrostatic-sensitive parts in their containers until they arrive at static-free

workstations.

■ Place parts on a grounded surface before removing them from their containers.

■ Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.

■ Always be properly grounded when touching a static-sensitive component or assembly.

Grounding Methods

There are several methods for grounding. Use one or more of the following methods when
handling or installing electrostatic-sensitive parts:

■ Use a wrist strap connected by a ground cord to a grounded workstation or computer

chassis. Wrist straps are flexible straps with a minimum of 1 megohm
resistance in the ground cords. To provide proper ground, wear the strap snug against the
skin.

■ Use heel straps, toe straps, or boot straps at standing workstations. Wear the straps on both

feet when standing on conductive floors or dissipating floor mats.

■ Use conductive field service tools.

■ Use a portable field service kit with a folding static-dissipating work mat.

If you do not have any of the suggested equipment for proper grounding, have a Compaq
authorized reseller install the part.

NOTE: For more information on static electricity or assistance with product installation, contact your
Compaq authorized reseller.

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NC6136 Gigabit Server Adapter Specifications

Table C-1

NC6136 Gigabit Adapter Specifications

Specification Description

Network Controller Chipset Intel 82543GC MAC

Data Transfer Method 64-bit/66MHz PCI, compatible with 64-bit/33MHz or 32-bit/33MHz

Bus Master DMA

Appendix C

Specifications

Standards Supported IEEE 802.3z, 802.3ad (static configuration mode only), 802.1p,

802.1Q

Dimensions 7.0 x 4.8 inches (L x W), 17.8 cm x 12.2 cm (including bracket)

Connector and Distances See Table C-2

Interrupts Supported Automatically configured

Temperature Range Operating: 0°C to 55°C / 32°F to 131°F

Storage: -65°C to 85°C / -85°F to 185°F

Relative Humidity Operating: 10% to 90%

Storage: 5% to 95%

Agency Approvals

Power Requirement 1620 mA @ 5V max

Data Transmission Rate 1000 Mb/s (Full-duplex)

■ FCC Class B

■ VCCI Class B

■ BSMI Class A

■ CISPR 22 Class B

■ EN60950

■ EN 55022 Class B

■ EN55024

■ UL

■ Canada UL

■ ICES-003 Class B

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Fiber Cable Specifications

To connect to the network, the NC6136 uses 1000BASE-SX fiber cable.

Fiber Cable Maximum Distances for 1000BASE-SX

Mode Size Max Distance

Table C-2

Multimode

Multimode

62.5/125 µm

50/125 µm

220 meters

550 meters