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IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter Guide to Operations

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Important

Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the information under Appendix B, “Notices.” See “Safety Information” on page B-2 before installing or removing an adapter.

Third Edition (July 1999)

This edition replaces and makes obsolete the previous edition, 87H3858.

Note to U.S. Government Users — Documentation related to restricted rights — Use, duplication or disclosure is subject to restrictions set forth in GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.

Contents

About This Book ................................................. v

RelatedInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v

Chapter1.ProductDescription . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1

Optional Adapter Cables ............................................ 1-2

Manuals and Software Support......................................... 1-2

Chapter 2.Installation and Requirements................................. 2-1

InstallationRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

HardwareTools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Software/Microcode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1

Handling Static-Sensitive Devices...................................... 2-2

ConfigurationRecord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3

Switch and Jumper Locations ........................................ 2-4

InstallationProcedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4

Configuring the IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter .............................. 2-4

Installing the IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter .............................. 2-12

Downloading the Diagnostics and Operating-System Support Programs .............. 2-13

Running Diagnostics to Verify Installation ................................ 2-13

Connecting the Optional Adapter Cable ................................. 2-13

Installing the Microcode and Support Programs............................. 2-13

Setting Up the Configuration Files .................................... 2-13

Chapter 3.Replacing the IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter........................ 3-1

Removing the Adapter .............................................. 3-1

Installing the New Adapter ........................................... 3-2

Chapter 4.Cables and Connectors ..................................... 4-1

CableInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1

Cable and Cable Wrap Plug Part Numbers .................................. 4-2

ConnectorDescriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3

Chapter 5.Problem Determination Procedures ............................. 5-1

ProblemDetermination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1

Diagnostic Wrap Plugs.............................................. 5-2

ServiceParts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2

Appendix A.Special Configuration Information for DOS and OS/2 ................. A-1

Creating an ICAPARM.PRM File ........................................ A-1

Adding an ICAPARM.PRM File Entry.................................... A-1

Base I/O Address Considerations ...................................... A-1

Example 1:One IBM ARTIC Adapter ................................... A-2

Example 2:Multiple IBM ARTIC Adapters ................................ A-3

Changing Your CONFIG.SYS File ....................................... A-3

Ctrl+Alt+Del Reset Considerations ....................................... A-4

Selecting an Interrupt Level ........................................... A-4

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Trademarks and Service Marks ........................................ B-1

Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2

Required Electronic Emission and Connectivity Notices .......................... B-3

Class A Federal Communications Commission Statement ....................... B-3

Industry Canada Compliance Statement .................................. B-3

United Kingdom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3

European Union (EU) Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive ..................... B-3

Germany . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4

Japan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-5

Microcode Notice to Customers ........................................ B-5

Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . X-1

iv IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter GTO

About This Book

This book contains the following:

 A description of the adapter and optional cables  Installation requirements and instructions  Switch and jumper settings

 Connector information

 Problem determination procedures and a list of replacement parts  A configuration table

This book is written for an experienced computer operator or a person who sets up, uses, or programs the 8-port adapter with IBM computer products.

Related Information

 Operating and installation documentation provided with your personal computer system.  Reference, service, and diagnostic documentation available for your computer system.  Operating-system specific information; for example, DOS, or OS/2.

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Chapter 1. Product Description

The IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter ( through optional cables. It can be installed in any computer with an ISA bus.

The 8-port adapter has its own microprocessor and memory, allowing it to perform communications functions independent of the system operation.

Highlights

The 8-port adapter provides:

 An 80C186 microprocessor  1 MB of dynamic random-access memory (RAM)  16 KB of read-only memory, providing power-on self-test and diagnostic functions  Installation of more than one 8-port adapter  Eight communications ports using RS-232 and RS-485 interfaces through optional cables. The 8-port

adapter supports a single port operating at a maximum of 38400 bps duplexed or eight ports, each operating at up to 9600 bps duplexed.

Note: Applications programmed for an RS-422 interface can use the RS-485 interface.

Specifications

8-port adapter

) provides up to eight serial communications links

Physical

Length: 340.4 millimeters (13.4 inches) Width: 17.5 millimeters (0.7 inches) Height: 106.7 millimeters (4.2 inches) Weight: 230 grams (8.0 ounces)

Environment

Air temperature:

Operating: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F) Non-Operating: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F).

Humidity:

Operating: 5% through 90%.

Electrical

Optimum Voltages: Maximum Current: +4.8 V dc to +5.25 V dc 1.50 A –5.5 V dc to –4.525 V dc 0 mA +11.3 V dc to +12.7 V dc 175 mA –10.8 V dc to –13.2 V dc 150 mA

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Optional Adapter Cables

The following adapter cables are available as options:

 8-Port Direct Modem Attachment Cable

The cable is 1.8 meters (6 feet) long. It has a 78-pin female connector at one end and eight cables with 25-pin male connectors at the other end.

 Multiport 8-Port Interface Cable

The cable is 3.0 meters (9.8 feet) long. It has a 78-pin female connector at one end and eight 25-pin male connectors in a breakout box at the other end.

Note: These cables are the same as those used with the IBM ARTIC Multiport adapter.

Manuals and Software Support

Manuals and software support (operating-system and diagnostic programs) are available for downloading at:

http://www.radisys.com/support/artic/ibm

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Chapter 2. Installation and Requirements

This chapter lists the hardware and software/microcode requirements and provides information for configuring and installing the 8-port adapter.

Installation Requirements

The 8-port adapter requires the following hardware, software, and microcode.

Hardware

 A full-length ISA slot

Note: The FCC classification for this adapter might be different than the one of your system. After

installing the adapter, use the FCC classification of the adapter as your system classification.

 One of the following interface cables or an equivalent (see Chapter 4, “Cables and Connectors” for a

description of the cables):

– 8-Port Direct Modem Attach Cable – Multiport Interface Cable

Hardware Tools

 Medium-size flat-blade screwdriver

 Optional:

– Medium screwstarter – 3/16-inch nutdriver – 1/4-inch nutdriver

Software/Microcode

| See the Web site http://radisys.com/support/artic/ibm for a list of supported operating systems and support

programs.

| The control program for the 8-port adapter is loaded into RAM on the adapter. The control program is part | of the realtime control microcode that can be downloaded from the Web. For downloading instructions, | see “Downloading the Diagnostics and Operating-System Support Programs” on page 2-13.

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Handling Static-Sensitive Devices

Components for your 8-port adapter can be damaged by static discharges. To prevent this damage, your 8-port adapter is wrapped in an anti-static bag. Observe the following precautions when handling the adapter:

 Keep the adapter in its anti-static bag until you are ready to install the adapter into your personal

computer system.

 Make the fewest possible movements with your body to minimize the electrostatic charges created by

motion against clothing, fibers, carpets, and furniture.

 Whenever possible, keep one hand on the computer chassis as you are installing or removing an

adapter. Always turn off the power before performing either task.

 Do not touch the printed circuit. Where possible, hold the adapter by its plastic end pieces or by its

edges, but do

 Do not place the adapter on the machine cover or on a metal table. Machine covers and metal tables

increase the risk of damage because they make a discharge path from your body through the adapter.

 Keep the adapter out of the way to prevent others from touching the adapter.

not

touch the metal edge connectors.

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Configuration Record

Record the switch and jumper settings for your adapter in the following table. Later, you can refer to this information whenever you run the diagnostics or replace the adapter.

Identifying Adapter Levels

There are two levels of the 8-port adapter. The two levels are functionally the same; however, the port numbering of the port-selection jumpers and the arrangement of the communication-clock jumpers are different.

You can identify the level of the adapter by the location of the option switches (see Figure 2-1 on page 2-4). On the later level adapter, the option switches are located closer to the connector.

Table 2-1. Configuration Records

Description Setting

Bus Width On = 8 bit

Edge Connector On = Double

I/O Base Address (On or Off)

Interrupt Level (On or Off)

Clock Jumpers Port 0 Clock Port 1 Clock

BW ___

ED ___

C8 ___

L4 ___

Rec ___

C4 ___

L2 ___

Tran ___

C2 ___

L1 ___

Rec ___

C1 ___

Tran ___

Port Interface Port 0

___ Port 4

___

Port 1 ___

Port 5 ___

Port 2 ___

Port 6 ___

Port 3 ___

Port 7 ___

Installation and Requirements 2-3

Switch and Jumper Locations

The component locations differ depending on the level of the adapter. However, the function and settings of the jumpers and switches are the same.

Figure 2-1. Switch and Jumper Locations

Installation Procedure

To install the 8-port adapter, perform the following steps.

 Review the precautions on handling static-sensitive devices (page 2-2).  Set the option switches and jumpers (starting on page 2-4).  Install the adapter (page 2-12).  Download the operating system support and diagnostic programs (page 2-13).  Run diagnostics to verify the installation (page 2-13).  Connect the optional cable (page 2-13).  Set up the configuration files (page 2-13).

Configuring the IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter

Before installing the 8-port adapter in the computer, set the switches and jumpers on the adapter as required for your installation. As you configure the adapter, record these settings in Table 2-1 on page 2-3.

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The 8-port adapter has a 10-position switch block that selects configuration options for the adapter. The option switches are preset during manufacture to the following values.

| 10 (BW)| 9 (ED)| 8 (C8)| 7 (C4)| 6 (C2)| 5 (C1)| 4| 3 (L4)| 2 (L2)| 1 (L1)

On On On On On On Off Off On On

Switch Number Factory Setting

10 8-bit data bus 9 Double-edge connector (16-bit ISA) 8+7+6+5 Base address: 02A0h 4 Not used 3+2+1 IRQ 10

If your installation requires settings different than the preset values, perform each of the following.

 “Setting the Bus Width”  “Setting the ISA Connector Type” on page 2-6  “Setting the Base I/O Address” on page 2-6  “Setting the Interrupt Level” on page 2-8

Setting the Bus Width: Switch 10 (BW) sets the width of the data bus. If the adapter is in an 8-bit

ISA slot (single-edge connector), the switch must be set to an 8-bit data bus. If the adapter is in a 16-bit slot, the switch can be set to an 8-bit or 16-bit data bus.

Note: All IBM ARTIC adapters in a system must be set to the same width.

Switch 10 (BW) Data Bus Width

On 8-bit Off 16-bit

Figure 2-2. Bus-Width Switch

Installation and Requirements 2-5

Setting the ISA Connector Type: Switch 9 (ED) specifies the type of system connector used

with the adapter: the double connector (16-bit ISA connector) or the single connector (8-bit ISA connector).

Switch 9 (ED) Edge-Connector

On Adapter is in a

double-connector slot

Off Adapter is in a

single-connector slot

Figure 2-3. ISA Connector Type Switch

Setting the Base I/O Address: Switches 5 through 8 (C1, C2, C4, and C8) select the base I/O

address. If you install more than one IBM ARTIC adapter in ISA slots, set each adapter to a unique base I/O

address to prevent resource conflicts. Note: Adapters installed in PCI slots are configured automatically and do not affect the settings for

adapters installed in ISA slots.

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Record the instance number of the adapter (the first adapter is instance 0) and the base address in the configuration information for your system. Use the lowest base address first.

Switches

On On On On 02A0 0 On On On Off 06A0 1 On On Off On 0AA0 2 On On Off Off 0EA0 3 On Off On On 12A0 4 On Off On Off 16A0 5 On Off Off On 1AA0 6 On Off Off Off 1EA0 7 Off On On On 22A0 8 Off On On Off 26A0 9 Off On Off On 2AA0 10 Off On Off Off 2EA0 11 Off Off On On 32A0 12 Off Off On Off 36A0 13 Off Off Off On 3AA0 14 Off Off Off Off 3EA0 15

Base I/O Address

Figure 2-4. Base I/O Address Switches

Physical Card Designation8 (C8) 7 (C4) 6 (C2) 5 (C1)

Installation and Requirements 2-7

Setting the Interrupt Level: Switches 1 through 3 (L1, L2, and L4) select the interrupt level used

by the adapter when it is installed in an ISA expansion slot. For information on selecting the interrupt level, see “Selecting an Interrupt Level” on page A-4.

If you install more than one IBM ARTIC adapter in ISA slots, set them to the same interrupt level (the IBM ARTIC adapters are designed to share the interrupt level with other IBM ARTIC adapters).

Switches

On On On 3 On On Off 4 On Off On 7 On Off Off 9 (or 2) Off On On 10 (default) Off On Off 11 Off Off On 12 Off Off Off 15

Interrupt Level3 (L4) 2 (L2) 1 (L1)

Figure 2-5. Interrupt Level Switches

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Setting Communication Clock Jumpers: Set the communication-clock jumpers for ports 0 and

1 as shown. The jumper settings are described on the following pages. The location of the receive- and transmit-clock jumpers for ports 0 and 1 are different for the two levels of

the adapter. The following shows the jumper locations for both adapters and the valid settings for each port.

Port 0 or 1

Receive

Clock

Transmit Clock

Configuration

Remote clock

Transmit clock divided by 16

Transmit clock divided by 32

Figure 2-6. Communication Jumper Settings

Installation and Requirements 2-9

Transmit Clock Jumpers:

The transmit-clock jumpers determine whether the transmit clocks for ports 0 and 1 are an output (the data-terminal equipment provides the clock) or an input (the data-communications equipment provides the clock).

The following shows the settings for transmit clock jumpers.

Port 0 or 1 Description

Output clock to external device

Input clock from external device

Receive Clock Jumpers:

The receive-clock jumpers determine whether the external receive clock for

ports 0 and 1 is driven by:

 A remote clock  The transmit clock divided by 16  The transmit clock divided by 32

Note: If the transmit clock for port 0 or 1 is set as the input clock, the corresponding receive-clock jumper

must be set to the remote-clock position. If the transmit clock for port 0 or 1 is set as an output clock, the corresponding receive-clock

jumper must be set to the divided-by-16 or divided-by-32 position.

The following shows the settings for the receive-clock jumpers.

Port 0 or 1 Description

Remote clock

Transmit clock divided by 16

Transmit clock divided by 32

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Setting the Port Interface: The 8-port adapter has a set of jumpers used to select the serial

interface used by each port. The interface is selected on a port-by-port basis for each of the eight ports. The jumper selects either an RS-232 or RS-485 interface for a given port; the default position is RS-232.

The following shows the location and port numbering of the interface-selection jumpers for the two adapters. The adapters can be identified by the location of the option switches.

Figure 2-7. Port Numbering of Interface Selection Jumpers

Note: RS-422 is a subset of RS-485. Position the jumper (a 2x5-position jumper) to select the interface: RS-485 or RS-232. Each port can be

configured independent of the setting of the other ports.

RS-485 RS-232

Installation and Requirements 2-11

Installing the IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter

Use the following steps as a general guide to installing your adapter. For instructions specific to your computer, consult the documentation that came with your computer.

1. Turn off the computer and all attached devices.

2. Unplug the power cords from the wall outlets.

3. Record the location of all cables connected to your computer; then disconnect them.

4. Remove the cover from the system unit.

5. Locate an available expansion slot in your system unit.

6. Remove the expansion-slot cover from the system unit.

7. With the 8-port adapter in one hand (and still wrapped in the anti-static bag), touch a metal part of the computer with the other hand. This places your body, the adapter, and the computer at the same ground potential, preventing an accidental static discharge.

8. Carefully remove the adapter from the anti-static bag. Be sure to grasp the circuit boards by the edges only; do not touch components, pins, or solder joints.

9. Install the adapter by holding it by the top and pressing it firmly into the expansion slot.

10. Align the card-retaining bracket with the hole in the rear panel of the system unit and install the retaining screw.

11. Replace the system-unit cover.

12. Reconnect all cables to the system unit.

13. Plug all power cords into electrical outlets.

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Downloading the Diagnostics and Operating-System Support Programs

Download the adapter diagnostic and operating-system support programs from: http://radisys.com/support/artic/ibm

For telephone assistance, call: 1-800-237-5511. For e-mail assistance, send to: artic@radisys.com

Running Diagnostics to Verify Installation

| Before continuing with “Connecting the Optional Adapter Cable,” run the diagnostic tests on the adapter. | See Chapter 5, “Problem Determination Procedures” for testing an IBM-compatible system.

Connecting the Optional Adapter Cable

Use the following steps to connect your adapter cable.

Note: The optional adapter cables are described on page 1-2.

DANGER

Lightning protection. Do not connect or handle the cable during a lightning storm.

1. Align the connector of the adapter cable with the adapter connector at the rear of the system unit; it

can fit properly only one way.

2. Firmly press the adapter cable onto the adapter connector.

3. Insert and tighten the screw at each side of the connector on the cable.

4. Connect your device to the other end of the adapter cable.

The 8-port adapter hardware installation is complete.

Installing the Microcode and Support Programs

For instructions on installing the required software, as listed under “Software/Microcode” on page 2-1, see the documentation supplied with the applicable software.

Setting Up the Configuration Files

See Appendix A, “Special Configuration Information for DOS and OS/2” for important setup information on creating an ICAPARM.PRM file and changing the CONFIG.SYS file. The changes are necessary for the correct operation of your 8-port adapter.

Installation and Requirements 2-13

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Chapter 3. Replacing the IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter

Use these procedures to remove a failing adapter and install the replacement.

Removing the Adapter

Note: For instructions specific to your computer, refer to the hardware and service information that came

with your computer.

1. Turn off the computer.

2. Disconnect the power cords from the electrical outlets.

3. Disconnect all cables from the rear of the system unit.

4. Remove the system unit cover.

5. Open the card retainer by loosening the screw.

6. Remove the adapter retaining screw.

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7. Grasp the adapter by the top corners and lift straight up.

Installing the New Adapter

Before You Begin

There are two levels of the 8-port adapter. The levels are interchangeable; however, the relative location of the specific jumpers varies between them. When replacing one level with another level, make sure the specific port settings are set correctly. (See pages 2-3 and 2-4.)

1. Set the switches on the new adapter to match the switch settings on the adapter you are replacing.

2. Set the jumpers on the new adapter to match the settings on the adapter you are replacing. If the replacement adapter is a different level (the option switches will be in a different location), use the following figure when setting the jumpers.

The ports are numbered differently and the JP3 and JP4

jumpers are reversed.

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3. Insert the adapter in the same expansion slot.

4. Press down firmly on the adapter to seat the connector.

5. Install the adapter retaining screw.

6. Reinstall the system unit cover.

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Chapter 4. Cables and Connectors

This chapter contains cable and connector information.

Cable Information

The following cables are available as options from your IBM representative.

 8-Port Direct Modem Attachment Cable

The cable is 1.8 meters (6 feet) long. It has a 78-pin connector that splits into eight individual cables with 25-pin connectors.

 Multiport Interface Cable

The cable is 3.0 meters (9.8 feet) long. It has a 78-pin connector and a breakout box with eight 25-pin male connectors for attaching cables.

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Cable and Cable Wrap Plug Part Numbers

The following are the part numbers for replacement cables and for the cable wrap plugs associated with each interface. The wrap plugs do not come with the cable features and must be ordered separately.

Part Number Description

71G3494 8-Port Direct Modem Attach cable 00F5531 Multiport 8-Port Interface cable 6425494 25-pin wrap plug RS-485 (ports 0 through 7) 6425494 25-pin wrap plug RS-232 (ports 0 and 1) 09F1799 25-pin wrap plug RS-232 (ports 2 through 7)

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Connector Descriptions

The following shows the 78-pin and 25-pin, D-shell, male connectors on the optional 8-Port Direct Modem Attach cable and the Multiport Interface cable.

Table 4-1 and Table 4-2 show the pin assignments for the 78-pin connector on the 8-port adapter and the corresponding pin assignments for the 25-pin connectors on the cable or breakout box.

Table 4-1. RS-232 D-Shell Connector Pin Assignment

78-Pin Connector

Signal Name

TXD 40 04 66 69 73 55 76 58 2 RXD 02 64 28 31 54 75 57 78 3 RTS 01 63 27 30 34 16 37 19 4 CTS 61 25 48 51 15 36 18 39 5 DSR 42 06 68 71 72 33 53 14 6 GND 07 08 11 43 67 70 67 70 7 CD 22 45 09 12 74 56 77 59 8 DTR 60 24 47 50 35 17 38 20 20 RI 30 65 29 32 49 52 10 13 22 TX CLK IN 23 46 15 TX CLK OUT 41 05 24 RX CLK IN 62 26 17 HRS 21 44 23

25-Pin Connector0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

Table 4-2. RS-485 D-Shell Connector Pin Assignment

Signal Name

TXDA 01 63 27 30 34 16 37 19 4 TXDB 40 04 66 69 73 55 76 58 2 RXDA 61 25 48 51 15 36 18 39 5 RXDB 02 64 28 31 54 75 57 78 3 GND 07 08 11 43 67 70 67 70 7

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78-Pin Connector

25-Pin Connector0 1 2 3 4 5 6 7

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Chapter 5. Problem Determination Procedures

| This chapter can help you determine if your 8-port adapter is operating properly. |  To test the 8-port adapter, refer to the documents on the Web.

 To view the individual parts of the 8-port adapter and obtain part numbers, see “Service Parts” on

page 5-2.

If you suspect you have a problem, do the following.

1. Check all electrical connections (such as, cable connections between devices, cable connections

between devices and wall outlets, and wall outlet condition).

2. Perform the diagnostic tests.

Two groups of tests can be performed when there is a problem with a system unit containing the 8-port adapter.

|  System Unit Diagnostics. These tests are run from diagnostics provided with the system unit; they

examine the system unit and the installed options. To run these tests, refer to the documentation that came with your computer.

Note: If you are unsure of a problem area, perform the system unit diagnostics first, before

proceeding with the 8-port adapter diagnostics.

 IBM Realtime Interface Co-processor Diagnostics These tests are run from the IBM ARTIC Diagnostic

diskette you created. For more information on this program diskette, refer to the readme file, which can be downloaded from the Web site along with the diagnostic and support programs.

Problem Determination

For system testing information, refer to the documentation supplied with your computer. If you performed the diagnostic tests because of a suspected communications problem and the diagnostic

program completed the testing without indicating an error, check the following:

 The computer or device at the other end (make sure that it is operating properly)  The base adapter  Any intermediate communication device, such as a modem  The communication cable

Note: If you are unsure of a problem area, perform the system-unit diagnostics first before proceeding

with the 8-port adapter diagnostics.

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Diagnostic Wrap Plugs

Diagnostic wrap tests are performed at the connector on the adapter and at a specific port connector on the cable. The diagnostic program prompts you when to install the wrap plug.

See “Cable and Cable Wrap Plug Part Numbers” on page 4-2 for the part numbers for the cable wrap plugs. See “Service Parts” for the part number for the adapter wrap plug. The wrap plugs do not come with the adapter and must be ordered separately.

Service Parts

Figure 5-1. IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter Part Numbers

Index Part Number Description

1 87H3330 IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter 2 87H3496 Jumper, 2X5-position 3 93F0067 Jumper, 2-position

Not shown 16F2478 78-pin wrap plug

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Appendix A. Special Configuration Information for DOS and OS/2

| This appendix is specific to the DOS and OS/2 operating systems. It contains information about the | following:

Note: This information applies only if you are using the IBM-supplied software.

Creating an ICAPARM.PRM File

After installing the software, you can create a special parameter file (ICAPARM.PRM) to change the defaults used to initialize the adapter.

Note: This file is the same one used by the Realtime Interface Co-Processor Multiport and Multiport,

Model 2 adapters.

ICAPARM.PRM is a small file that can be created with an ASCII text editor. It contains the parameters for each adapter installed. The following two examples show the makeup of the parameter file—one for an installation with one adapter and the other for an installation with multiple adapters. All values are specified in hexadecimal (h).

Adding an ICAPARM.PRM File Entry

You need to add an entry to the ICAPARM.PRM file only if you want to change the following default values or the logical card numbering. All other fields are ignored for the adapter.

 MAXTASK (Maximum Task Number) = 10h  MAXPRI (Maximum Task Priority) = 10h  MAXQUEUE (Maximum Task Queue Number) = 50h  MAXTIME (Maximum Task Timer Number) = 32h.

Base I/O Address Considerations

The base I/O address for PCI adapters can present a problem for ICAPARM.PRM entries; the values assigned are entirely up to the PCI BIOS. Because the lowest I/O address assigned to ISA versions of the adapter is 02A0h, the values 0000 through 00FFh are used to identify PCI adapters. The lowest byte is divided into two 4-bit fields. The upper four bits define which PCI adapter (0 is for ARTIC PCI); the lower four bits define the particular instance of the adapter. Therefore, the values 0000, 0001,... 000 represent physical PCI adapters 0 through n, where n corresponds to the index value for the adapter in the PCI BIOS Find Device call.

The logical card-numbering of an ISA adapter can be changed by changing the position of its entry in the ICAPARM.PRM file in relationship to the other ISA adapters (ISA adapters must have a logical number greater that any PCI adapter). See “Example 2: Multiple IBM ARTIC Adapters” on page A-3.

Example 1: One IBM ARTIC Adapter

The following example shows an ICAPARM.PRM file that can be used if you have only one IBM ARTIC adapter installed in your computer.

Field Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1ð 11

# ðððð ðð ðð 1ð 1ð 1ð 1ð ðF Eð1ð $

Field Number Description

1 Beginning-Record Delimiter. If a # is not present, the line will be treated as a comment. 2 Base I/O address (ISA) or physical instance (PCI). For PCI adapters, the range is

0000–00FFh.

3 Shared Memory Address, Meg Value. Range 00–0Fh for all IBM ARTIC adapters. (See Field

4).

4 Shared Memory Address, Page Value. Range 60–6Fh for all IBM ARTIC adapters. Used with

Meg Value (Field 3) to define the window, in shared memory, used by the adapter to communicate with the system unit. The Page Value is the memory offset in 8 KB increments. A meg value of 00h and a page value of 60h results in a window address of C0000h.

5 Maximum Task Number on the adapter. Range 00–F8h; set to 10h. 6 Maximum Task Priority. Range 01–FFh; set to 10h. 7 Maximum Task Queue Number. Range 00–FEh; set to 10h. 8 Maximum Task Timer Number. Range 00–FEh; set to 10h. 9 and 10 The system address used to call an adapter reset. Use the values shown: 0Fh, E010h. (Not

supported on this adapter.)

11 End-Record Delimiter. Value ';' or '$'. If this is the last adapter in the ICAPARM file, set to '$';

otherwise, set to ';'.

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Example 2: Multiple IBM ARTIC Adapters

The sequence of entries in the ICAPARM.PRM file determines the logical card numbering of the adapters (the first parameter line is for logical card 0).

The logical card numbering for PCI adapters must match the physical card numbering. The logical card numbering for ISA adapters can be changed, but the entries for all PCI adapters must appear in the list before any entries for ISA adapters.

The following example shows an ICAPARM.PRM file for two ISA and two PCI adapters in an ISA/PCI system. (For an explanation of the fields, see the field descriptions under “Example 1: One IBM ARTIC Adapter” on page A-2.)

Field Number 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 1ð 11

# ðððð ðð ðð 1ð 1ð 5ð 32 ðF Eð1ð ; # ððð1 ðð ðð 1ð 1ð 1ð 32 ðF Eð1ð ; # ð6Að ðð 6F 2ð 2ð 2ð 2ð ðC Eð1ð ; # ð2Að ðð 6E 1ð 1ð 5ð 32 ðC Eð1ð $

In this example, the two PCI adapters (physical card 0000 and 0001) are assigned to logical card 0 and 1, respectively. The ISA adapter at address 06A0 is assigned to logical card 2, and the ISA adapter at address 02A0 is assigned to logical card 3.

Changing Your CONFIG.SYS File

If OS/2 and Communications Manager/2 (CM/2) are being used, then one line of the CONFIG.SYS file must be modified (using a text editor) to specify the location of the ICAPARM.PRM file. Change CONFIG.SYS as follows, but substitute your specific drive paths:

Change: DEVICE=C:\CMLIB\ICARICIO.SYS

To: DEVICE=C:\CMLIB\ICARICIO.SYS C:\CMLIB\ICAPARM.PRM

Note: Make this change after CM/2 is configured. Later, if CM/2 is configured again, do not have it

replace the CONFIG.SYS file. However, if you must let CM/2 change CONFIG.SYS to add new devices, just edit CONFIG.SYS again to replace the ICAPARM.PRM parameter.

If only OS/2 is being used, the following applies:

Change: DEVICE=C:\YOUR_ARTIC_DIR\ICARICIO.SYS

To: DEVICE=C:\YOUR_ARTIC_DIR\ICARICIO.SYS C:\YOUR_ARTIC_DIR\ICAPARM.PRM

Special Configuration Information A-3

Ctrl+Alt+Del Reset Considerations

If pressing the Ctrl+Alt+Del keys does not reset the 8-port adapter, change the entries in the ICAPARM.PRM file as follows.

An existing entry where Ctrl+Alt+Del will not reset the card:

#ð2Að ðð 6ð 1ð 1ð 1ð 7ð ðF Eð1ð;

A new entry where Ctrl+Alt+Del will reset the card:

#ð2Að ðð 61 1ð 1ð 1ð 7ð ðð ðððð;

Selecting an Interrupt Level

When installed in an ISA slot, the 8-port adapter can be configured to operate on several hardware interrupt levels.

 For optimal performance, each IBM ARTIC adapter installed in an ISA slot should have its own unique

interrupt level.

 The next best configuration is to place these adapters on a single interrupt level.  If neither of the preceding configurations is available, choose an interrupt level that can be shared with

a non-ARTIC adapter.

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Appendix B. Notices

This information was developed for products and services offered in the U.S.A. IBM may not offer the products, services, or features discussed in this document in other countries. Consult your local IBM representative for information on the products and services currently available in your area. Any reference to an IBM product, program, or service is not intended to state or imply that only that IBM product, program, or service may be used. Any functionally equivalent product, program, or service that does not infringe any IBM intellectual property right may be used instead. However, it is the user’s responsibility to evaluate and verify the operation of any non-IBM product, program, or service.

IBM may have patents or pending patent applications covering subject matter described in this document. The furnishing of this document does not give you any license to these patents. You can send license inquiries, in writing, to:

IBM Director of Licensing IBM Corporation North Castle Drive Armonk, NY 10504-1785 U.S.A.

Trademarks and Service Marks

RadiSys is a registered trademark of RadiSys Corporation. IBM and OS/2 are trademarks of the IBM Corporation in the United States or other countries, or both. Microsoft, Windows, Windows NT, and the Windows logo are trademarks of Microsoft Corporation in the

United states and/or other countries. All other trademarks, registered trademarks, service marks, and trade names are property of their

respective owners.

Safety Information

DANGER:

Electrical current from power, telepho ne, and communications cables is hazardous. To avoid shock haza rd, connect and disconnect c ables as shown below when installing, moving, or opening the covers of this product or attached devices.

To Connect

Turn Everything OFF.

First, attach all cables to devices.

To Discon nect

Turn Everything OFF.

First, remove power cord from outlet.

Remove signal cables from receptacles.

Attach signal cables to receptacles.

Attach power cord to outlet.

Turn device ON.

Note:IntheUK,bylaw,thetelephone cable must be connected after the power cord.

Remove all cables from devices.

Note: In the UK, by law, the power cord must be disconnected after the telephone line cable.

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Required Electronic Emission and Connectivity Notices Class A Federal Communications Commission Statement

Federal Communications Commission (FCC) Statement

Note: This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device,

pursuant to Part 15 of the FCC Rules. These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment. This equipment generates, uses, and can radiate radio frequency energy and, if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference, in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense.

Properly shielded and grounded cables and connectors must be used in order to meet FCC emission limits. IBM is not responsible for any radio or television interference caused by using other than recommended cables and connectors or by unauthorized changes or modifications to this equipment. Unauthorized changes or modifications could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.

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.

Industry Canada Compliance Statement

This Class A digital apparatus complies with the Canadian ICES-003. Cet appareil numérique de la classe A conform à la norme NMB-003 du Canada.

United Kingdom

Notice to United Kingdom Users

This apparatus is approved under General Approval number NS/G/1234/J/100003 for indirect connection to public telecommunications systems in the United Kingdom.

European Union (EU) Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive

This product is in conformity with the protection requirements of EU Council Directive 89/336/EEC on the approximation of the laws of the Member States relating to electromagnetic compatibility.

IBM cannot accept responsibility for any failure to satisfy the protection requirements resulting from a non-recommended modification of the product, including the fitting of non-IBM option cards.

This product has been tested and found to comply with the limits for Class A Information Technology Equipment according to CISPR 22 / European Standard EN 55022. The limits for Class A equipment were derived for commercial and industrial environments to provide reasonable protection against interference with licensed communication equipment.

Attention

This is a Class A product. In a domestic environment, this product may cause radio interference, in which case, the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Notices B-3

Germany

Zulassungsbescheinigung laut Gesetz über die elektromagnetische Verträglichkeit von Geräten (EMVG) vom 30. August 1995

Dieses Gerät ist berechtigt, in Übereinstimmung mit dem deutschen EMVG das EG-Konformitätszeichen CE - zu führen.

Der Aussteller der Konformitätserklärung ist die:

RadiSys Corporation 5445 NE Dawson Creek Drive Hillsboro, OR 97124 U.S.A.

Informationen in Hinsicht EMVG Paragraph 3, Abs. 2: Das Gerät erfüllt die Schutzanforderungen nach EN 50082-1 und

EN 55022 Klasse A.

EN 55022 Klasse A Geräte bedürfen folgender Hinweise: Nach dem EMVG:

"Geräte dürfen an Orten, für die sie nicht ausreichend entstört sind, nur mit besonderer Genehmigung des Bundesministeriums für Post und Telekommunikation oder des Bundesamtes für Post und Telekommunikation betrieben werden. Die Genehmigung wird erteilt, wenn keine elektromagnetischen Störungen zu erwarten sind." (Auszug aus dem EMVG, Paragraph 3, Abs. 4)

Dieses Genehmigungsverfahren ist nach Paragraph 9 EMVG in Verbindung mit der entsprechenden Kostenverordnung (Amtsblatt 14/93) kostenpflichtig.

Nach der EN 55022: "Dies ist eine Einrichtung der Klasse A. Diese Einrichtung kann im Wohnbereich Funkstörungen verursachen; in diesem Fall kann vom Betreiber verlangt werden, angemessene Maβnahmen durchzuführen und dafür aufzukommen."

Anmerkung: Um die Einhaltung des EMVG sicherzustellen, sind die Geräte wie in den Handbüchern angegeben zu installieren und zu betreiben.

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Japan

Japanese Voluntary Control Council for Interference (VCCI) Statement

This product is a Class A Information Technology Equipment and conforms to the standards set by the Voluntary Control Council for Interference by Information Technology Equipment. In a domestic environment this product may cause radio interference in which case the user may be required to take adequate measures.

Microcode Notice to Customers

Microcode supplied by IBM for the 8-port adapter is protected by copyright. IBM hereby authorizes rightful possessors of the 8-port adapter microcode to install copies of such microcode in 8-port adapters they own or control. Permission is hereby given to make physical copies and/or to electronically distribute the 8-port adapter microcode only to the extent needed to support the above-described installations.

Permission also is given to make a backup or archival copy of the microcode for each 8-port adapter on which a primary copy is installed.

The IBM copyright notice must be reproduced on each physical copy and must not be removed from any electronically distributed copies. You may not reverse assemble or reverse compile this microcode.

IBM warrants the 8-port adapter, including the original microcode shipped with it, under the terms of the warranty in effect at the time of your purchase.

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Index Numerics

25-pin connector 4-3 25-pin wrap plug 4-2 78-pin connector 4-3 78-pin wrap plug 5-2

adapter

description 1-1 hardware requirements 2-1 installing 2-12 level identification 2-3 replacement parts 5-2

adapter cables 4-1

connecting 2-13 connectors 4-3 optional cables 1-2 part numbers 4-2

bus-width switch, position 2-5

cables, optional adapter

connecting 2-13 connectors 4-3 description 1-2

part numbers 4-2 card I/O base address 2-6 clock jumpers 2-9 CONFIG.SYS, changing A-3 configuration

special information A-1 configuration table 2-3 connectors 4-3 ctrl+alt+del considerations A-4

field-replaceable units (FRUs) 5-2

handling static-sensitive devices 2-2 hardware requirements 2-1

ICAPARM.PRM file

adding an entry for the adapter A-1 base I/O address considerations A-1 example for multiple adapters A-3

example for one adapter A-2 identification, adapter level 2-3 information, related v installation

adapter 2-12

cable, adapter 2-13

requirements 2-1

software requirements 2-1

software/microcode 2-13

tools 2-1 interface selection jumpers 2-11 interrupt level switches 2-8 interrupt level, selecting A-4

jumpers

communications clock 2-9

locations 2-4

port interface-selection 2-11

levels, adapter 2-3

D-shell male connector 4-3 documentation support 1-2

edge-connector switch, position 2-6 electrical safety information B-2 example of ICAPARM.PRM file A-2, A-3

manuals 1-2 microcode, realtime control 2-1

notices B-1

option switch settings 2-4 optional adapter cables

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