Kontron CPCI User Manual

CPCI

Backplane

Manual

Reference ID: 24229, Rev. Index 03

October 7, 2005

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Revision History

Publication Title: CPCI Backplane Manual

ID Number: 24229

Rev.

Index

01 Initial Issue Mar 01, 2002

02 Added new backplanes to manual Aug 29, 2003

03 Added new backplanes to manual Oct 7, 2005

Brief Description of Changes Date of Issue

Imprint

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Table of Contents

Revision History .........................................................................................................ii

Imprint ........................................................................................................................ii

Copyright ....................................................................................................................ii

Table of Contents ...................................................................................................... iii

List of Tables ..............................................................................................................v

List of Figures .......................................................................................................... vii

Proprietary Note ........................................................................................................ix

Trademarks ...............................................................................................................ix

Environmental Protection Statement .........................................................................ix

Explanation of Symbols .............................................................................................x

For Your Safety .........................................................................................................xi

High Voltage Safety Instructions ...........................................................................xi

Special Handling and Unpacking Instructions ......................................................xi

General Instructions on Usage ................................................................................ xii

Two Year Warranty .................................................................................................. xiii

1. Overview ........................................................................................................... 3

1.1 Slot Assignment ........................................................................................... 3

1.2 PCI Bus Extension ....................................................................................... 4

1.3 Distinctive Features ...................................................................................... 4

2. Clocks ............................................................................................................... 5

2.1 Clock Assignment ........................................................................................ 5

2.1.1 Clock Skew .......................................................................................... 6

2.1.2 Backplane Clock Skew ........................................................................ 6

2.1.3 System Slot Board Clock Skew ........................................................... 6

3. Backplane Interfaces ........................................................................................ 6

3.1 Power Supply Line Input Connections ......................................................... 6

3.2 Backplane Input Power Distribution ............................................................. 7

3.3 Signalling Environment .............................................................................. 10

3.4 Rear I/O Connectivity ................................................................................. 10

3.5 Flexible Grounding Option ......................................................................... 10

3.6 Rack Dividers ............................................................................................. 10

3.7 Connector Coding Keys ..............................................................................11

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4. Kontron CompactPCI Standard Backplanes ................................................... 12

5. Product Documentation Organization ............................................................. 14

6. Applied Standards .......................................................................................... 14

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6.1 CE Compliance ........................................................................................... 14

6.2 Other Safety Standards ..............................................................................14

6.3 Mechanical Compliance ..............................................................................14

6.4 Environmental Tests ...................................................................................14

7. Related Publications .......................................................................................15

7.1 CompactPCI Systems/Boards ....................................................................15

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List of Tables

1 Backplane Input Power Connections ............................................................... 7

2 Kontron CompactPCI Standard Backplane Family ........................................ 12

3 Kontron CompactPCI Standard Backplanes - Mechanical Characteristics .... 13

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List of Figures

1 Kontron Modular Computers Slot Numbering (both 3U and 6U boards) ....... 4

2 Backplane Clock Assignment ........................................................................ 5

3 Bolt Terminal, M4 Screw, Faston/M4, and ATX Connectors .............................8

4 Power Bar Connection ................................................................................... 8

5 DIN Type M and Positronic PCIH47 Female Connectors .............................. 9

6 Backplane/Rack Coding Keys .......................................................................11

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Proprietary Note

This document contains information proprietary to Kontron Modular Computers GmbH. It may
not be copied or transmitted by any means, disclosed to others, or stored in any retrieval
system or media without the prior written consent of Kontron Modular Computers GmbH or one
of its authorized agents.

The information contained in this document is, to the best of our knowledge, entirely correct.
However, Kontron Modular Computers GmbH cannot accept liability for any inaccuracies or the
consequences thereof, or for any liability arising from the use or application of any circuit,
product, or example shown in this document.

Kontron Modular Computers GmbH reserves the right to change, modify, or improve this
document or the product described herein, as seen fit by Kontron Modular Computers GmbH
without further notice.

Trademarks

Kontron Modular Computers GmbH, the PEP logo and, if occurring in this manual, “CXM” are
trademarks owned by Kontron Modular Computers GmbH, Kaufbeuren (Germany). In addition,
this document may include names, company logos and trademarks, which are registered trade­marks and, therefore, proprietary to their respective owners.

Environmental Protection Statement

This product has been manufactured to satisfy environmental protection requirements where
possible. Many of the components used (structural parts, printed circuit boards, connectors,
batteries, etc.) are capable of being recycled.

Final disposition of this product after its service life must be accomplished in accordance with
applicable country, state, or local laws or regulations.

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Explanation of Symbols

CE Conformity

This symbol indicates that the product described in this manual is in
compliance with CE standards.

Caution, Electric Shock!

This symbol and title warn of hazards due to electrical shocks (> 60V)
when touching products or parts of them. Failure to observe the pre­cautions indicated and/or prescribed by the law may endanger your
life/health and/or result in damage to your material.

Please refer also to the section “High Voltage Safety Instructions” on
the following page.

Warning, ESD Sensitive Device!

This symbol and title inform that electronic boards and their compo­nents are sensitive to static electricity. Therefore, care must be taken
during all handling operations and inspections of this product, in
order to ensure product integrity at all times.

Please read also the section “Special Handling and Unpacking
Instructions” on the following page.

Warning!

This symbol and title emphasize points which, if not fully understood
and taken into consideration by the reader, may endanger your health
and/or result in damage to your material.

Note ...

This symbol and title emphasize aspects the reader should read

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through carefully for his or her own advantage.

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For Your Safety

Your new Kontron product was developed and tested carefully to provide all features
necessary to ensure its compliance with electrical safety requirements. It was also designed
for a long fault-free life. However, the life expectancy of your product can be drastically reduced
by improper treatment during unpacking and installation. Therefore, in the interest of your own
safety and of the correct operation of your new Kontron product, you are requested to conform
with the following guidelines.

High Voltage Safety Instructions

Warning!

All operations on this device must be carried out by sufficiently skilled
personnel only.

Caution, Electric Shock!

Before installing your new Kontron product into a system always
ensure that your mains power is switched off. This applies also to the
installation of piggybacks.

Serious electrical shock hazards can exist during all installation,
repair and maintenance operations with this product. Therefore,
always unplug the power cable and any other cables which provide
external voltages before performing work.

Special Handling and Unpacking Instructions

ESD Sensitive Device!

Electronic boards and their components are sensitive to static elec­tricity. Therefore, care must be taken during all handling operations
and inspections of this product, in order to ensure product integrity at
all times.

Do not handle this product out of its protective enclosure while it is not used for operational
purposes unless it is otherwise protected.

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Whenever possible, unpack or pack this product only at EOS/ESD safe work stations. Where
a safe work station is not guaranteed, it is important for the user to be electrically discharged
before touching the product with his/her hands or tools. This is most easily done by touching a
metal part of your system housing.

It is particularly important to observe standard anti-static precautions when changing piggy­backs, ROM devices, jumper settings etc. If the product contains batteries for RTC or memory
backup, ensure that the board is not placed on conductive surfaces, including anti-static plas­tics or sponges. They can cause short circuits and damage the batteries or conductive circuits
on the board.

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General Instructions on Usage

In order to maintain Kontron’s product warranty, this product must not be altered or modified in
any way. Changes or modifications to the device, which are not explicitly approved by Kontron
Modular Computers GmbH and described in this manual or received from Kontron’s Technical
Support as a special handling instruction, will void your warranty.

This device should only be installed in or connected to systems that fulfill all necessary
technical and specific environmental requirements. This applies also to the operational
temperature range of the specific board version, which must not be exceeded. If batteries are
present, their temperature restrictions must be taken into account.

In performing all necessary installation and application operations, please follow only the
instructions supplied by the present manual.

Keep all the original packaging material for future storage or warranty shipments. If it is
necessary to store or ship the board, please re-pack it as nearly as possible in the manner in
which it was delivered.

Special care is necessary when handling or unpacking the product. Please consult the special
handling and unpacking instruction on the previous page of this manual.

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Two Year Warranty

Kontron Modular Computers GmbH grants the original purchaser of Kontron’s products a TWO

YEAR

LIMITED HARDWARE WARRANTY as described in the following. However, no other warran-

ties that may be granted or implied by anyone on behalf of Kontron are valid unless the con­sumer has the express written consent of Kontron Modular Computers GmbH.

Kontron Modular Computers GmbH warrants their own products, excluding software, to be free
from manufacturing and material defects for a period of 24 consecutive months from the date
of purchase. This warranty is not transferable nor extendible to cover any other users or long­term storage of the product. It does not cover products which have been modified, altered or
repaired by any other party than Kontron Modular Computers GmbH or their authorized agents.
Furthermore, any product which has been, or is suspected of being damaged as a result of neg­ligence, improper use, incorrect handling, servicing or maintenance, or which has been dam­aged as a result of excessive current/voltage or temperature, or which has had its serial
number(s), any other markings or parts thereof altered, defaced or removed will also be exclud­ed from this warranty.

If the customer’s eligibility for warranty has not been voided, in the event of any claim, he may
return the product at the earliest possible convenience to the original place of purchase, togeth­er with a copy of the original document of purchase, a full description of the application the
product is used on and a description of the defect. Pack the product in such a way as to ensure
safe transportation (see our safety instructions).

Kontron provides for repair or replacement of any part, assembly or sub-assembly at their own
discretion, or to refund the original cost of purchase, if appropriate. In the event of repair, re­funding or replacement of any part, the ownership of the removed or replaced parts reverts to
Kontron Modular Computers GmbH, and the remaining part of the original guarantee, or any
new guarantee to cover the repaired or replaced items, will be transferred to cover the new or
repaired items. Any extensions to the original guarantee are considered gestures of goodwill,
and will be defined in the “Repair Report” issued by Kontron with the repaired or replaced item.

Kontron Modular Computers GmbH will not accept liability for any further claims resulting
directly or indirectly from any warranty claim, other than the above specified repair,
replacement or refunding. In particular, all claims for damage to any system or process in which
the product was employed, or any loss incurred as a result of the product not functioning at any
given time, are excluded. The extent of Kontron Modular Computers GmbH liability to the
customer shall not exceed the original purchase price of the item for which the claim exists.

Kontron Modular Computers GmbH issues no warranty or representation, either explicit or
implicit, with respect to its products’ reliability, fitness, quality, marketability or ability to fulfil any
particular application or purpose. As a result, the products are sold “as is,” and the
responsibility to ensure their suitability for any given task remains that of the purchaser. In no
event will Kontron be liable for direct, indirect or consequential damages resulting from the use
of our hardware or software products, or documentation, even if Kontron were advised of the
possibility of such claims prior to the purchase of the product or during any period since the
date of its purchase.

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Please remember that no Kontron Modular Computers GmbH employee, dealer or agent is
authorized to make any modification or addition to the above specified terms, either verbally or
in any other form, written or electronically transmitted, without the company’s consent.

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Chapter 1

1

General

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1. Overview

The Kontron Modular Computers' backplane family includes both 3U and 6U form factor back­planes. 3U form factor backplanes are available with 2, 4, 5, 6, 8, and 11 slots. The 6U form
factor backplanes are available with 4 and 8 slots.

Depending on system requirements, the backplanes can be provided with a wide variety of
power supply connections: bolt type terminal lugs, screw lugs, Faston plug/M4 screw terminals,
ATX power supply connector, DIN type M pluggable power connectors, and Positronic type 47
position pluggable connectors.

In addition, backplanes are available: as 32-bit or 64-bit implementations; with either 33 or 66
MHz PCI clock; with rear IO configurations, telephony configurations; with system manage­ment bus (IPMB); with support for power supply redundancy and load sharing; and with support
for various monitor and control devices.

1.1 Slot Assignment

A CompactPCI system board (backplane) is composed of up to eight CompactPC slots per
backplane segment with 20.32 mm center-to-center spacing. A CompactPCI backplane seg­ment consists of one system slot and up to seven peripheral slots.

The functionality of the system master controller in the system slot is to provide bus arbitration,
clock distribution, and reset functions for all boards connected to the bus. In addition, it is re­sponsible for performing system initialization and configuration.

The location of the system slot is always identified by a triangle below the corresponding P1
connector on the front side of the backplane. Peripheral slots are indicated by a circle.

Warning!

A system master CPU must be inserted into the system slot. The peripheral
slots may contain simple adapters, intelligent slaves, PCI bus masters or
peripheral master CPUs.

Physically, the system slot may be located at any position of the backplane. However, for sim­plicity and system expandability (heat-sink, cooling fan etc.), most Kontron Modular Comput-
ers’ CompactPCI backplanes have their system slots on the right of the bus segment when
viewing the backplane from the front side.

The physical slot numbering of a backplane always begins at the upper left corner of the back­plane and is always indicated on the board with appropriate markings.

The logical slot numbering which is a function of the IDSEL signal and the associated address
used to select the slot may differ from the physical numbering on the backplanes. When the
system slot is on the left of the backplane segment the logical slot numbering is from left to right
starting with one. When the system slot is on the right of the backplane segment the logical slot
numbering is from right to left beginning with one on the right. The relation between the two
numbering systems are shown in Figure 1. All Kontron Modular Computers' backplanes follow
this scheme.

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Note ...

The actual on board markings of backplane Pn connectors do not necessarily
represent the logical number of the slot.

Figure 1: Kontron Modular Computers Slot Numbering (both 3U and 6U boards)

Logical Slot Numbering

87654321

Physical Slot Numbering

12345678

1.2 PCI Bus Extension

The PICMG 2.0 CompactPCI Specification restricts the length of a bus segment of a given
CompactPCI backplane to 8 slots or less. This restriction has been determined by extensive
simulation and characterization and guarantees an optmimum operation of PCI-compliant inte­grated circuits. Since the inception of PCI, design engineers have extended this eight-slot re­striction by using PCI-to-PCI bridge components. Thanks to the use of such bridge
components, which are put into effect using a special bridge module, the implementation of
CompactPCI backplanes providing more than 8 slots is possible.

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1.3 Distinctive Features

The Kontron Modular Computers CompactPCI backplanes can be distinguished according to
the following distinctive features:

• Form factor (height and width)

• Number of slots

• Position of the system slot (primarily to the right)

• Bus resolution

• Bus frequency

• Rear I/O connectivity

• Telephony connectivity

• Hot-swap capability

• Power Supply Connector

• Redundant power supply

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• IPMI/IPMB functionality

• Flexible grounding option

• Fan connector

• Drive connector

• Power LED Connector

• PS-ON Connector

• Reset function connector

2. Clocks

2.1 Clock Assignment

The system slot provides clock signals for all the PCI peripherals in the system including de­vices on the system slot board. Each peripheral slot is provided with only one clock signal.
Clock numbering assignment begins with the slot adjacent to the system slot and is numbered
starting from 0.

Figure 2: Backplane Clock Assignment

Clock numbering:

56 43210

Note ...

The CompactPCI Specification, 2.0, R2.1 requires only five discrete PCI clocks
to be available. Backplanes and system controller boards which support R2.1
but not R3.0 do not necessarily support seven PCI clocks. For this reason, it is
necessary to refer to the documentation provided with such backplanes or sys­tem slot boards to determine the actual clock output and numbering for the sys­tem.

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2.1.1 Clock Skew

Clock skew is the difference between the maximum and minimum propagation delay of any PCI
clock signal. There are two different types of clock skew: backplane and system slot board
clock skew.

The two concepts of backplane and system slot board clock skew are explained as follows.

2.1.2 Backplane Clock Skew

A CompactPCI backplane provides the distribution of clock signals for all of the board slots in
the system. The differences in the trace routing and net topologies contribute to skew and also
define the longest clock delay. Particular attention is paid by the Kontron Modular Computers'
system design to meet overall system clock skew requirements namely through simulation,
testing, and qualification.

2.1.3 System Slot Board Clock Skew

This is the clock skew that may be attributed to the onboard routing differences (if any) of all of
the PCI clocks as well as the skew specification for the type of integrated circuit driver used for
clock distribution. The onboard clock routing is designed to complement the propagation delays
of distributing the clock to a backplane and still meet overall system skew requirements.

3. Backplane Interfaces

3.1 Power Supply Line Input Connections

Distribution of power supply main input power is a function of the individual backplane. Some
backplanes do not have any main input power distribution capability at all whereas others have
several possibilities.

Where a given backplane has distribution capability, main input power is either connected di­rectly to the backplane power supply connector or, if available, to a separate LINE IN connector.
In both cases, AC as well as DC main input power may be connected depending on the type
of power supply to be used.

Refer to the individual backplane documentation for specific information concerning the con-

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nection possibilities.

Warning!

AC/DC power supply units must be installed only with backplanes/systems
connected to an AC mains power and DC/DC power supply units with back­planes/systems connected only to a DC mains power.

Failure to comply with this warning will result in damage to your equipment.

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Warning!

All Kontron Modular Computers’ backplanes and power supplies which use
the DIN type M power connector use contacts B2 and B5 for AC and DC
power supply input power. This differs from the CompactPCI Power Interface
Specification which calls for DC power supplies to use contacts B28 and B31
for input power.

This implementation simplifies backplane and power supply design making it
possible for a given backplane to use either an AC or a DC power supply.

System integrators, however, must ensure that DC power supplies which com­ply 100% with the CompactPCI Power Interface Specification for connector
pinout are not used with Kontron backplanes which use the DIN type M con­nector.

Failure to comply with this warning may result in damage to your equipment.

3.2 Backplane Input Power Distribution

DC input voltage distribution to backplanes is a function of the individual backplane. Input volt­age connection capabilities range from single, bolt type, terminal lugs for individual voltage con­nections to the 47-contact Positronic type PCIH47 connector. The following table summarizes
the various types of connectors used. For specific information regarding pinouts of backplane
connectors refer to the appropriate product documentation for the backplane in question.

Table 1: Backplane Input Power Connections

CONNECTOR TYPE DESCRIPTION

Bolt Terminals

Faston/M4

ATX

DIN Type M

Special press-through threaded M3 bolt terminal

M4 screw connection with and without 6.3mm*0.8mm strip male Faston
connectors.
Single Faston spade type connectors

20-contact, male, ATX connector for backplane input power supply on the
reverse side of the backplane; the ATX PSUs available on the market are
provided with a matching connector.

32 position, 29-contact, female DIN type M power supply connector for
power supply input power and backplane input power

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Positronic 47-Contact

Power Bar

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47-contact, female, Positronic PCIH47 power supply connector for power
supply input power and backplane input power

Copper strapping bar (2.5 mm x 8.1 mm x nn, where nn is function of width
and number of backplanes installed in system)
This type of power connection is designed for backplanes which have no
other type of power connector

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The following figures illustrate the various types of connectors used with Kontron Modular

Computers’ backplanes.

Figure 3: Bolt Terminal, M4 Screw, Faston/M4, and ATX Connectors

20
10

Figure 4: Power Bar Connection

SYSTEM BACKPLANE PSU BACKPLANE

11
1

POWER

BARS

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Figure 5: DIN Type M and Positronic PCIH47 Female Connectors

PCIH47DIN type M

47
46
45

a

b

c

B25

B22
20

13
B11

B5

B2

4244

2123
1920

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3.3 Signalling Environment

Each CompactPCI backplane supports a 5V or a 3.3V signaling environment – V(I/O), and PCI
allows for two types of buffer interfaces for interboard connection. However, a gradual shift to

3.3V is occurring as the semiconductor industry shifts to the lower power interface for speed
and power dissipation reasons. For this reason, the Kontron Modular Computers system back­planes are also designed for 3.3V usage.

Warning!

Using both 3.3V and 5V boards within the same system may result in damage
to your equipment. Please note that the presence of only one 5V board deter­mines a 5V signaling environment. The default setting is 5V.

When changing the signaling environment from 5V to 3.3V or viceversa,
please make sure that coding keys of the appropriate color are used (see Cod­ing Keys section of this chapter).

3.4 Rear I/O Connectivity

Rear I/O capability is a function of the individual backplane. Kontron Modular Computers pro-
vides both 3U and 6U backplanes with rear I/O functionality. Refer to Table 3 for information
regarding the rear I/O capability of Kontron’s backplanes. For the exact configuration (slots,
connectors, and pinouts) of rear I/O backplanes refer to the appropriate backplane product doc­umentation.

3.5 Flexible Grounding Option

With certain backplane types it is possible to select electrical isolation or connection between
the bus GND and the backpanel support PE (rack), thanks to the fact that every second fasten­ing hole of backplanes is non-conducting. If only these fastening holes are used, there is no
electrical connection between GND and PE on the system bus. If additional holes are used, a
multi-point connection is created such as may be required for EMI protection purposes.

3.6 Rack Dividers

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3U boards may be used in a 6U rack. If one or two 3U backplanes are used, a middle bar is
used to hold the 3U boards in place. If the 3U boards are installed on a 6U backplane, a split
kit must be used in place of the backplane’s P3 connector(s). For further information concern­ing split kits and middle bar separation refer to the appropriate product documentation.

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3.7 Connector Coding Keys

Figure 6: Backplane/Rack Coding

Keys

Kontron Modular Computers Compact­PCI systems present an advantage in
the form of a special combination of
coding keys. They ensure proper mating
of boards and backplanes in terms of
voltage and function. For this purpose,
two different kinds of coding keys have
been devised, which are described in
the following.

Backplane Keying

Proper board installation is ensured by
the use of colored coding keys for 3.3V
(yellow) or 5V (blue) operation, thus pre­venting incorrect installation of adapter
boards. This facility also prevents confu­sion when hot-swapping boards.

Additional Backplane Keying

P4

PCI Connectors
P1 and P4

Additional Board Coding Key

No key
Yellow: 3.3 V (NCR)
Blue: 5.0 V
Red: H110 present

The function of the additional board cod­ing key depends on the backplane.
Backplanes equipped with an H110 tele­phony connector are marked with a red
H110 key. Dual-PCI backplanes use
coding keys for 3.3V (yellow) or 5V
(blue) operation of the upper PCI bus.

Rack Keying

Boards must be fitted into a CompactP­CI backplane in a certain order, depend­ing on whether they are bus master
boards or I/O boards. To this end, spe­cial asymmetrically shaped coding keys
can be used by the customer to ensure
that the boards are inserted properly.

P1

Main Board Coding Key

Yellow: 3.3 V (NCR)
Blue: 5.0 V

Rack Coding Keys

Red

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4. Kontron CompactPCI Standard Backplanes

Table 2: Kontron CompactPCI Standard Backplane Family

Form Factor Slots* Power Supply Connector Backplane

3U

–

2 Power Bar CP3-BP2-PB-RIO

4

5 Power Bar CP3-BP5M-PB-RIO

6 ATX and Faston/M24 Screw CP3-BP6-ATX

8

11 (7 and 4)***

Positronic PCIH47 (input)
Power Bar (output)

Power Bar CP3-BP4-PB-RIO

Faston/M4 Screw CP3-BP4

DIN type M CP3-BP4-M

DIN type M CP3-BP5M-PB-RIO

DIN type M and Faston/M24 Screw CP3-BP8-M

DIN type M and Faston/M24 Screw CP3-BP8-M-RIO

Positronic PCIH47, Faston/M24
Screw, and Terminal Lugs

DIN type M and ATX CP3-BP11-M

Positronic PCIH47 and ATX CP3-BP11-P47

CP-ADAP-P47-PB (3U)
(power distribution adapter)

CP3-BP8-P47-RIO

–

4 Power Bar CP6-BP4-PB-RIO

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8/15**

6U

8

* System slot on all backplanes on the right except for CP6-BP8-P47-STD-SL.
** 8 6U slots or down to 1 6U slot in combination with up to 14 3U slots
*** Dual segment backplane, 7 slots left and 4 slots right.

Positronic PCIH47 (input)
Power Bar (output)

DIN type M, ATX, and Faston/M24
Screw

DIN type M, ATX, and Faston/M24
Screw

Positronic PCIH47, Faston/M24
Screw, and Terminal Lugs

Positronic PCIH47, Faston/M24
Screw, and Terminal Lugs

DIN type M, ATX, and Faston/M24
Screw

CP-ADAP-P47-PB (6U)
(power distribution adapter)

CP6-BP8-DUALPCI

CP6-BP8-H110

CP6-BP8-P47-STD

CP6-BP8-P47-STD-SL*

CP6-BP8-STD

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Table 3: Kontron CompactPCI Standard Backplanes - Mechanical Characteristics

Backplane Special Features Size Weight

CP-ADAP-P47-PB (3U) Power distribution adapter 39.64*128.7 mm 77g

CP3-BP2-PB-RIO Rear I/O connectivity 39.64*128.7 mm 100g

CP3-BP4 — 80.3*128.7 mm 170g

CP3-BP4-M — 100.7*128.7 mm 165g

CP3-BP4-PB-RIO Rear I/O connectivity 80.3*128.7 mm 196g

CP3-BP5M-PB-RIO Rear I/O connectivity 121*128.7 mm 260g

CP3-BP6-ATX Rear I/O connectivity 120.7*128.7 mm 270g

CP3-BP8-M Rear I/O connectivity 197.1*128.7 mm 400g

CP3-BP8-M-RIO Rear I/O connectivity 197.1*128.7 mm 440g

CP3-BP8-P47-RIO Rear I/O connectivity 202.1*128.7 mm 450g

CP3-BP11-M

CP3-BP11-P47

CP-ADAP-P47-PB (6U) Power distribution adapter 167g

CP6-BP4-PB-RIO Rear I/O connectivity 463g

CP6-BP8-DUALPCI

CP6-BP8-H110 H.110, rear I/O connectivity 222.5*262.0 mm 980g

CP6-BP8-P47-STD

CP6-BP8-P47-STD-SL

Dual Segment: 7/4 slot
Rear I/O connectivity

Dual Segment: 7/4 slot
Rear I/O connectivity

Dual PCI, rear I/O
connectivity, hot-swap
capability

Rear I/O connectivity,
hot-swap capability

Rear I/O connectivity,
hot-swap capability

283.0*128.7 mm 700g

283.0*128.7 mm 700g

222.5*262.0 mm 960g

202.2*262.0 mm 986g

202.2*262.0 mm 986g

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222.5*262.0 mm 1,000g

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5. Product Documentation Organization

The product documentation organization for Kontron’s CPCI Backplanes is as follows:

1. CPCI Backplane Manual (ID: 24229)

2. CPCI Backplane Product Documentation Guide (ID: 24229, Sub-ID: PDG)

3. Specific Kontron CPCI Backplane Product Documentation (ID: 24229, Sub-ID: PDnn)

Item 1 above is represented by this manual which provides generic information about Kontron’s
CPCI backplanes. Item 2 is enclosed with this manual for referencing to applicable CPCI Back­plane Product Documentation. Item 3 represents the individual product documentation for spe­cific backplanes. For each backplane addressed in item 2 there is a separate document
available.

Each of the above items are maintained independently of one another, whereby item 2 always
reflects the current status of available product documentation.

6. Applied Standards

The Kontron Modular Computers' CompactPCI backplanes comply where applicable with the
requirements of the following standards.

6.1 CE Compliance

• Emission EN50081-1, EN 55011/EN 55022

• Immission EN50082-2, EN 61000-4

• Electrical Safety EN60950, VDE 0100, VDE 0805

6.2 Other Safety Standards

• UL, CSA, DVE, NEMKO

6.3 Mechanical Compliance

• Mechanical Dimensions IEEE 1101.10

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6.4 Environmental Tests

• Vibration/Broad-Band IEC68-2-6

• Random Vibration IEC68-2-64 (3U boards)

• Permanent Shock IEC68-2-29

• Single Shock IEC68-2-27

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7. Related Publications

7.1 CompactPCI Systems/Boards

• CompactPCI Specification, V. 2.0, Rev. 3.0

• CompactPCI Computer Telephony Specification, V. 2.5, Rev. 1.0

• CompactPCI Power Interface Specification, 2.11 R1.0

• DIN 41612

• ATX Specification

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