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HP NC7170 Dual Port PCI-X
1000T Gigabit Server Adapter
User Guide
June 2007 (Second Edition)
Part Number 331899-00B
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© 2003, 2007 Hewlett-Packard Development Company, L.P.
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HP NC7170 Dual Port PCI-X 1000T Gigabit Server Adapter User Guide
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Contents
About This Guide
Technician Notes...........................................................................................................................................v
Where to Go for Additional Help.................................................................................................................vi
Telephone Numbers...............................................................................................................................vi
Chapter 1
Introduction
Overview ................................................................................................................................................... 1-1
Hardware Overview .................................................................................................................................. 1-1
LED Indicators.................................................................................................................................... 1-2
UTP Category 5 Cable........................................................................................................................ 1-3
Chapter 2
Installing the Adapter
Overview ................................................................................................................................................... 2-1
Electrostatic Discharge Precautions .......................................................................................................... 2-1
Installing the Adapter in a Server.............................................................................................................. 2-2
Connecting the Network Cable ................................................................................................................. 2-2
Appendix A
Regulatory Compliance Notices
Federal Communications Commission Notice......................................................................................... A-1
Modifications............................................................................................................................................ A-1
Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC Logo – United States Only ................... A-1
Canadian Notice ....................................................................................................................................... A-2
Avis Canadien.................................................................................................................................... A-2
European Union Notice............................................................................................................................ A-2
BSMI Notice............................................................................................................................................. A-3
Japanese Notice........................................................................................................................................ A-3
Korean Notice........................................................................................................................................... A-3
Appendix B
Electrostatic Discharge
Overview ...................................................................................................................................................B-1
Grounding Methods...................................................................................................................................B-1
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Appendix C
Specifications
NC7170 Gigabit Server Adapter Specifications .......................................................................................C-1
UTP Cable Specifications......................................................................................................................... C-2
Using UTP Category 5 Cable in Gigabit over Copper Installations................................................... C-2
RJ-45 Pinouts and Crossover Function.....................................................................................................C-2
10/100 Straight-Through Pinouts.......................................................................................................C-3
10/100 Crossover Pinouts................................................................................................................... C-4
Gigabit over Copper Internal Straight-Through Pinouts.................................................................... C-5
Gigabit over Copper External Crossover Pinouts............................................................................... C-6
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This guide can be used for reference when installing HP NC7170 Dual Port PCI-X 1000T
Gigabit Server Adapters.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from electric shock and hazardous
energy levels, only authorized service technicians should attempt to repair this
equipment. Improper repairs can create conditions that are hazardous.
Technician Notes
WARNING: Only authorized technicians trained by HP 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.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from electric shock and hazardous
energy levels, do not exceed the level of repairs 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 can create conditions that are hazardous.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock or damage to the equipment:
• 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.
About This Guide
• Plug the power cord into a grounded (earthed) electrical outlet that is easily
accessible at all times.
CAUTION: To properly ventilate the system, you must provide at least 7.6 cm (3.0 in.) of
clearance at the front and back of the server.
CAUTION: The computer is designed to be electrically grounded (earthed). To ensure proper
operation, plug the AC power cord into a properly grounded AC outlet only.
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NOTE: Any indications of component replacement or printed wiring board modifications may void any
warranty.
Where to Go for Additional Help
HP updates networking software frequently to include new functionality and features.
Complete the following steps to get the latest drivers, firmware, and documentation.
1. Go to the HP website (http://www.hp.com
2. Click Support and Troubleshooting Information from the left menu bar.
3. Type the product name in the for product box and press Enter. For example, type
NC370T.
4. Download the drivers, firmware, or documentation as needed.
Telephone Numbers
For the name of your nearest HP authorized reseller:
• In the United States, call 1-800-345-1518.
• In Canada, call 1-800-263-5868.
For HP technical support:
• In the United States and Canada, call 1-800-652-6672.
• Outside the United States and Canada, refer to
www.hp.com
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Overview
The HP NC7170 Dual Port PCI-X 1000T Gigabit Server Adapter is a high-performance,
stand-alone Ethernet adapter with a single, integrated, dual port controller chip that delivers
up to 1000 Mb/s Ethernet over twisted-pair (copper) cabling. For best performance, install the
adapter in a 64-bit/133 MHz, PCI-X slot. The NC7170 Gigabit Server Adapter is a supported
option for selected HP ProLiant servers.
For the latest functionality, features, and operating system support for this server adapter,
refer to the networking page at
(http://h18004.www1.hp.com/products/servers/networking/index-nic.html)
Hardware Overview
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Introduction
The HP NC7170 Dual Port PCI-X 1000T Gigabit Server Adapter has two auto-negotiating
10/100/1000 RJ-45 ports. LED indicators show activity/link and port speed. The adapter
supports current standards for system manageability and power management, such as
Advanced Configuration and Power Interface (ACPI) and Advanced Power Management
(APM). Refer to Table 1-1 for descriptions of LED operations.
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Introduction
Figure 1-1: NC7170 Gigabit Server Adapter
LED Indicators
The NC7170 Gigabit Server Adapter LED indicators operate as described in the following
table.
Table 1-1: LED Operations for the NC7170 Adapter
LED Status Description
ACT/LINK
Speed
On Link to the adapter is established. The adapter is receiving
power and the cable connection is good.
Off No link to the adapter is established. The adapter is not
receiving power or the cable connection is faulty.
Flashing The adapter is sending or receiving network data at
10/100/1000 Mb/s, as indicated by the 10/100/1000 (speed)
LED. The adapter is receiving power, and the cable connection
is good.
Off The adapter is sending or receiving network data at 10 Mb/s.
Green The adapter is sending or receiving network data at 100 Mb/s.
Orange The adapter is sending or receiving network data at 1000 Mb/s.
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UTP Category 5 Cable
The NC7170 Gigabit Server Adapter can use existing Category 5 (or better) cable to deliver
Gigabit Ethernet over copper, according to the IEEE 802.3ab specifications. For new
installations, Category 5e cable is recommended. For troubleshooting and other information
about cabling, refer to “UTP Cable Specifications” in Appendix C.
Introduction
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Overview
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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 installation of the adapter.
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 HP 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,
refer to 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 containers on a grounded surface before removing the contents.
• Avoid touching pins, leads, or circuitry.
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Installing the Adapter
Installing the Adapter in a Server
Refer to the HP ProLiant server documentation for additional information on how to safely
install a PCI card in the server.
Figure 2-1: Installing the adapter in a server
WARNING: If the server is not PCI Hot Plug compliant, power it down and unplug the
power cord from the power outlet before removing the server cover. Failure to do so
may damage the adapter or server.
1. Remove the power cord and server cover. Then remove the cover bracket from a
PCI/PCI-X slot.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces, allow the internal
system components to cool before touching them.
2. Firmly seat the adapter in a PCI/PCI-X slot and secure the adapter bracket.
3. Replace the server cover and plug in the power cord.
Connecting the Network Cable
Network connections for the NC7170 Gigabit Server Adapter can employ existing UTP
Category 5 (or better) cable for Gigabit over copper transmissions. For new installations,
Category 5e (enhanced Category 5) or better cable is recommended.
To secure the cable, plug the cable connector into the RJ-45 port. Ensure that the tab on the
plug clicks into position indicating that it is properly seated.
For more information, refer to “UTP Cable Specifications” in Appendix C.
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Regulatory Compliance Notices
Federal Communications Commission Notice
This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class B digital
device, pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable
protection against harmful interference in a residential installation. This equipment generates,
uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with
the instructions, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. However, there is
no guarantee that interference will not occur in a particular installation. If this equipment does
cause harmful interference to radio or television reception, which can be determined by
turning the equipment off and on, the user is encouraged to try to correct the interference by
one or more of the following measures:
• Reorient or relocate the receiving antenna.
• Increase the separation between the equipment and receiver.
• Connect the equipment into an outlet on a circuit different from that to which the receiver
is connected.
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• Consult the dealer or an experienced radio or television technician for help.
Modifications
The FCC requires the user to be notified that any changes or modifications made to this
device that are not expressly approved by Hewlett-Packard Company may void the user’s
authority to operate the equipment.
Declaration of Conformity for Products Marked with the FCC
Logo – United States Only
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. 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.
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Regulatory Compliance Notices
For questions regarding your product, contact:
Hewlett-Packard Company
P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 530113
Houston, Texas 77269-2000
or call 1-800-652-6672. (For continuous quality improvement, calls may be recorded or
monitored.)
For questions regarding this FCC declaration, contact:
Hewlett-Packard Company
P. O. Box 692000, Mail Stop 510101
Houston, Texas 77269-2000
or call (281) 514-3333.
To identify this product, refer to the Part, Series, or Model number found on the product.
Canadian Notice
This Class B digital apparatus meets all requirements of the Canadian Interference-Causing
Equipment Regulations.
Avis Canadien
Cet appareil numérique de la classe B respecte toutes les exigences du Règlement sur le
matériel brouilleur du Canada.
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
• EN61000-3-2 (IEC61000-3-2) – Power Line Harmonics
• EN61000-3-3 (IEC61000-3-3) – Power Line Flicker
• EN60950 (IEC950) – Product Safety
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BSMI Notice
Japanese Notice
Regulatory Compliance Notices
Korean Notice
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Overview
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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 containers on a grounded surface before removing the contents.
• 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 ±10 percent
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 an HP
authorized reseller install the part.
NOTE: For more information on static electricity or assistance with product installation, contact your HP
authorized reseller.
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NC7170 Gigabit Server Adapter Specifications
Table C-1: NC7170 Gigabit Server Adapter Specifications
Specification Description
Network Controller Chipset Intel® 82546EB Dual MAC/PHY
Bus Type PCI-X/PCI
Bus Width 32- or 64-bit
Bus Speed (MHz) 33/66/100/133 MHz
Data Transfer Method Bus Master DMA
On-board Memory 128 KB
Power Requirement 1600 mA @ 5V max
Data Transmission Rate 10 Full/10 Half, 100 Full/100 Half, 1000 Full
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Specifications
Standards Supported IEEE 802.3ab, 802.3u, 802.3x , 802.1Q, 802.1p, 802.3ad
(static configuration mode only)
Dimensions 6.6 x 4.8 inches (L x W), 16.5 cm x 12.2 cm (including
bracket)
Connector and Distances 10BASE-T: Category 3, 4 or 5 UTP 100 Meters (328 feet)
100BASE-TX: Category 5 UTP 100 Meters (328 feet)
1000BASE-TX: Category 5 UTP 100 Meters (328 feet)
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
continued
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Specifications
Table C-1: NC7170 Gigabit Server Adapter Specifications continued
Specification Description
Relative Humidity Operating; 10% to 90%
Storage: 5% to 95%
Agency Approvals
• FCC Class B
• VCCI Class B
• BSMI Class A
• EN 55022 Class B
• EN55024-1
• UL
• CISPR Class B
• EN60950
• MIC Class B
• Canada UL
• ICES-003 Class B
UTP Cable Specifications
To connect to the network, the NC7170 Server Adapter uses the following cable for
1000Base-T transmission.
• Category 5 UTP or better twisted-pair
• 22-26 AWG, 100Ω @ 1MHz
• EIA/TIA 568a or EIA/TIA 568b
Using UTP Category 5 Cable in Gigabit over Copper Installations
For Gigabit over copper installations, Category 5 UTP or better 1000Base-T cable must
comply with the IEEE 802.3ab 1000Base-T standard. For new installations, Category 5e
(enhanced Category 5) or better cable is recommended. Maximum distances for Gigabit over
copper cable are 100 meters (328 feet).
RJ-45 Pinouts and Crossover Function
The Ethernet standard also specifies that each segment implement a crossover function to
connect the transmitter of one device to the receiver of a device at the other end, and viceversa. The crossover function may be implemented internally at the hub or switch, or
externally through the twisted-pair media.
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10/100 Straight-Through Pinouts
If the crossover function is implemented internally, the port is labeled MDI-X (Medium
Dependent Interface-Crossover). When an MDI-X port is connected to an MDI port, the
twisted pair media should be wired straight-through using the physical pinouts indicated in
Table C-2.
Table C-2: 10/100 Pinouts Using Internal, Straight-Through Crossover
Pin Function Color Match Function Pin
1 TD+ White/Orange TD+ 1
2 TD- Orange/White TD- 2
3 RD+ White/Green RD+ 3
4 Blue/White 4
5 White/Blue 5
6 RD- Green/White RD- 6
7 White/Brown 7
8 Brown/White 8
Specifications
Figure C-1 shows the straight-through 10/100 connector wiring to be used when the crossover
function is implemented on the hub or switch.
Figure C-1: 10/100 straight-through wiring for RJ-45 connector
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Specifications
10/100 Crossover Pinouts
When the crossover function is not provided within the hub or switch, you must implement
the crossover through the twisted-pair media using the physical pinouts indicated in Table
C-3.
Table C-3: 10/100 Pinouts Using External Crossover
Pin Function Color/Match Function Pin
1 TD+ White/Orange RD+ 3
2 TD- Orange/White RD- 6
3 RD+ White/Green TD+ 1
4 Blue/White
5 White/Blue
6 RD- Green/White TD- 2
7 White/Brown
8 Brown/White
Figure C-2 shows the correct wiring to use when the crossover function is implemented
externally in the twisted-pair cabling.
Figure C-2: 10/100 external crossover for RJ-45 connector
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Gigabit over Copper Internal Straight-Through Pinouts
Unlike connections in which the crossover function is implemented internally at the hub or
switch, the NC7170 Server Adapter provides its own automatic crossover function. This
means you can wire twisted-pair media straight-through for adapter-to-hub, adapter-toswitch, or adapter-to-adapter connections using the pinouts shown in Table C-4.
NOTE: To operate at Gigabit speeds, all four pairs of wires must be terminated within the RJ-45
connector.
Table C-4: Gigabit over Copper Pinouts Using Internal Crossover
Pin Function Color Match Function Pin
1 BI_DA+ White/Orange BI_DA+ 1
2 BI_DA- Orange/White BI_DA- 2
3 BI_DB+ White/Green BI_DB+ 3
4 BI_DC+ Blue/White BI_DC+ 4
5 BI_DC- White/Blue BI_DC- 5
6 BI_DB- Green/White BI_DB- 6
7 BI_DD+ White/Brown BI_DD+ 7
8 BI_DD- Brown/White BI_DD- 8
Specifications
Figure C-3 shows straight-through Gigabit over copper connector wiring to be used when the
crossover function is implemented within the hub, switch, or adapter.
Figure C-3: Gigabit straight-through wiring for RJ-45 connector
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Specifications
Gigabit over Copper External Crossover Pinouts
When a crossover function is not provided by the adapter, hub or switch, you must implement
it through the twisted-pair media using the physical pinouts shown in Table C-5.
Table C-5: Gigabit over Copper Crossover Pinouts
Pin Function Color Match Function Pin
1 BI_DA+ White/Orange BI_DB+ 3
2 BI_DA- Orange/White BI_DB- 6
3 BI_DB+ White/Green BI_DA+ 1
4 BI_DC+ Blue/White BI_DD+ 7
5 BI_DC- White/Blue BI_DD- 8
6 BI_DB- Green/White BI_DA- 2
7 BI_DD+ White/Brown BI_DC+ 4
8 BI_DD- Brown/White BI_DC- 5
Figure C-4 shows the correct Gigabit over copper wiring to be used when the crossover
function is implemented externally in the twisted-pair cabling.
Figure C-4: Gigabit over copper external crossover for RJ-45
connector
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