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1.3 Trademarks
The following lists the trademarks of components used in this board.
» IBM, XT, AT, PS/2 and Personal System/2 are trademarks of International Business Machines Corp.
» Microsoft is a registered trademark of Microsoft Corp.
» Intel is a registered trademark of Intel Corp.
» All other products and trademarks mentioned in this manual are trademarks of their respective owners.
1.4 Standards
Kontron AG is certified to ISO 9000 standards.
1.5 Warranty
This Kontron AG product is warranted against defects in material and workmanship for the warranty period from the
date of shipment. During the warranty period, Kontron AG will, at its discretion, decide to repair or replace defective
products.
Within the warranty period, the repair of products is free of charge as long as warranty conditions are observed.
The warranty does not apply to defects resulting from improper or inadequate maintenance or handling by the buyer,
unauthorized modification or misuse, operation outside of the product’s environmental specifications or improper
installation or maintenance.
Kontron AG will not be responsible for any defects or damages to other products not supplied by Kontron AG that are
caused by a faulty Kontron AG product.
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1.6 Technical Support
Technicians and engineers from Kontron AG and/or its subsidiaries are available for technical support. We are
committed to making our products easy to use and will help you use our products in your systems.
Please consult our Web site at http://www.kontron.com/support for the latest product documentation, utilities,
drivers and support contacts. Consult our customer section http://emdcustomersection.kontron.com for the latest
BIOS downloads, Product Change Notifications and additional tools and software. In any case, you can always contact
your board supplier for technical support.
1.7 Environmental Protection Statement
This product has been manufactured to satisfy environmental protection requirements wherever possible. Many of the
components used (structural parts, printed circuit boards, connectors, batteries, etc.) are capable of being recycled.
Final disposal of this product after its service life must be accomplished in accordance with applicable country, state,
or local laws or regulations. All components within this product fulfill the requirements of the RoHS (Restriction of
Hazardous Substances Directive). The product is soldered with a lead free process.
1.8 RoHS Commitment
Kontron Compact Computers AG (Switzerland) is committed to develop and produce environmentally friendly products
according to the Restriction of Hazardous Substances (RoHS) Directive (2002/95/EC) and the Waste Electrical and
Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Directive (2002/96/EC) established by the European Union. The RoHS directive was
adopted in February 2003 by the European Union and came into effect on July 1, 2006. It is not a law but a directive,
which restricts the use of six hazardous materials in the manufacturing of various types of electronic and electrical
equipment. It is closely linked with the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment Directive (WEEE) 2002/96/EC,
which has set targets for collection, recycling and recovery of electrical goods and is part of a legislative initiative to
solve the problem of huge amounts of toxic e-waste.
Each European Union member state is adopting its own enforcement and implementation policies using the directive
as a guide. Therefore, there could be as many different versions of the law as there are states in the EU. Additionally,
non-EU countries like China, Japan, or states in the U.S. such as California may have their own regulations for green
products, which are similar, but not identical, to the RoHS directive.
RoHS is often referred to as the "lead-free" directive but it restricts the use of the following substances:
» Lead
» Mercury
» Cadmium
» Chromium VI
» PBB and PBDE
The maximum allowable concentration of any of the above mentioned substances is 0.1% (except for Cadmium, which
is limited to 0.01%) by weight of homogeneous material. This means that the limits do not apply to the weight of the
finished product, or even to a component but to any single substance that could (theoretically) be separated
mechanically.
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1.8.1 RoHS Compatible Product Design
All Kontron Compact Computers (KCC) AG standard products comply with RoHS legislation.
Since July 1, 2006, there has been a strict adherence to the use of RoHS compliant electronic and mechanical
components during the design-in phase of all KCC AG standard products.
1.8.2 RoHS Compliant Production Process
Kontron Compact Computers AG selects external suppliers that are capable of producing RoHS compliant devices.
These capabilities are verified by:
» A confirmation from the supplier indicating that their production processes and resulting devices are RoHS
compliant.
» If there is any doubt of the RoHS compliancy, the concentration of the previously mentioned substances in a
produced device will be measured. These measurements are carried out by an accredited laboratory.
1.8.3 WEEE Application
The WEEE directive is closely related to the RoHS directive and applies to the following devices:
» Large and small household appliances
» IT equipment
» Telecommunications equipment (although infrastructure equipment is exempt in some countries)
» Consumer equipment
» Lighting equipment – including light bulbs
» Electronic and electrical tools
» Toys, leisure and sports equipment
» Automatic dispensers
It does not apply to fixed industrial plants and tools. The compliance is the responsibility of the company that brings
the product to market, as defined in the directive. Components and sub-assemblies are not subject to product
compliance. In other words, since Kontron Compact Computers AG does not deliver ready-made products to end users
the WEEE directive is not applicable for KCC AG. Users are nevertheless encouraged to properly recycle all electronic
products that have reached the end of their life cycle.
1.9 Swiss Quality
» 100% Made in Switzerland
» This product was not manufactured by employees earning piecework wages
» This product was manufactured in humane work conditions
» All employees who worked on this product are paid customary Swiss market wages and are insured
» ISO 9000:2001 (quality management system)
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1.10 The Swiss Association for Quality and Management Systems
The Swiss Association for Quality and Management Systems (SQS) provides certification and assessment services for
all types of industries and services. SQS certificates are accepted worldwide thanks to accreditation by the Swiss
Accreditation Service (SAS), active membership in the International Certification Network, IQNet, and co-operation
contracts/agreements with accredited partners.
www.sqs.ch
The SQS Certificate ISO 9001:2000 has been issued to Kontron Compact Computers AG in the field of development,
manufacturing and sales of embedded computer boards, embedded computer modules and computer systems. The
certification is valid for three years at which time an audit is performed for recertification.
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2 Introduction
2.1 MSM4E104EX Ordering Information
Part / Option Part Number Description
MSM4E104ex 801727 4x 1GE-LAN with PCIe
Attention: The MSM4E104ex should always be the top/bottom of a stack.
The first generations of this product (V1.0, 1.1 and 1.1A) do not allow USB pass-through. Later generations
allow this capability (V1.2 and higher).
2.2 Understanding MSM4E104EX Functionality
The MICROSPACE® PCI/104-Express expansion card MSM4E contains four 1 GB LAN controllers (825745L PCIe) which
are connected over a PCIe switch to the Express bus lane of the PCI 104 bus.
» 4x 1 Gb/s LAN
» 4x RJ45 interface
» PCI104: pass-through
» The MSM4E104EX is PCI/104-Express, version 1.0, compliant.
2.3 MICROSPACE® Documentation
This manual is written for the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) who plans to build computer systems based on
the single board MICROSPACE-PC. It is for integrators and programmers of systems based on the MICROSPACEComputer family. This manual provides instructions for installing and configuring the board and describes the system
and setup requirements. This document contains information on hardware requirements, interconnections, and
details of how to program the system. Please check the Product CD for further information and manuals.
2.4 MSM4E104EX Benefits
MICROSPACE PCI/104-Express embedded computer boards comply with the PC/104 Consortium form factor 3.55 ×
3.775 inches (90.17 × 95.89 mm) and are available in "stack through" versions.
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3 Specifications
Note: All information is subject to change without notice.
Test the transfer with HDTEST using a disk drive on your server!
4.1.1 EEPROM Update
Attention: Do not use this function, if the EEPROM is not corrupted.
To download the data in the EEPROM, use the following steps:
» Copy the folder "x:\ DRIVERS\MSM4E104ex\EEPROM" to a floppy disk.
» Start MSDOS
» Type the following string:
Load data into EEPROM. Load with the command:
" EEUPDATE –NIC=x –MAC=y –d z "
x = LAN interface to program
y = MAC address
z = EEPROM map file (82573L.EEP for MSM4E104ex)
The EEPROM is now updated again.
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4.2 Driver Installation Windows XP
Driver: x:\drivers\MSM4E104ex\XP-W2K
Double click on PRO2KXP.EXE and follow the instructions:
MSM4E104EX/ Detailed System Description
4.2.1 Useful Websites
Working with the MSM4E104ex peripheral board, you might need some information regarding the Intel Boot Agent
software. This information can be found on the following websites:
http://support.intel.com
http://www.intel.com/network
http://developer.intel.com
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5 MSM4E104EX Connectors & Jumpers
5.1 Connector & Jumper Locations
5.1.1 Top View
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5.1.2 Bottom View
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5.2 Connector References
5.2.1 X3 PCI/104-Express Bus (Bottom View Signal Assignment)
Off when X1 NC or 1Gbit connected On when X1 connected with 100Mbit
On when X1 NC Flashing when X1 connected
X1
Off when X1 NC or 100Mbit connected On when X1 connected with 1Gbit
Green 100Mbit
D6
Yellow Activity
Green Power Off when not powered On when powered
D5
Green 1000Mbit
Green 100Mbit
D8
Yellow Activity
Green Power Off when not powered On when powered
D7
Green 1000Mbit
Green 100Mbit
D10
Yellow Activity
Green Power Off when not powered On when powered
D9
Green 1000Mbit
Off when X5 NC or 1Gbit connected On when X5 connected with 100Mbit
On when X5 NC Flashing when X5 connected
Off when X5 NC or 100Mbit connected On when X5 connected with 1Gbit
Off when X6 NC or 1Gbit connected On when X6 connected with 100Mbit
On when X6 NC Flashing when X6 connected
Off when X6 NC or 100Mbit connected On when X6 connected with 1Gbit
Off when X7 NC or 1Gbit connected On when X7 connected with 100Mbit
On when X7 NC Flashing when X7 connected
Off when X7 NC or 100Mbit connected On when X7 connected with 1Gbit
X5
X6
X7
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5.4 Jumpers
The jumpers for the LAN1000 circuit on this product:
Default settings in bold!
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Jumper Structure
J1 SIDE_DETECT 2
J2 AT input
J3 DIS_REG10 Disable
J4 CTRL in external DC/DC
J5 DIS_REG10 -
J6 CTRL in external DC/DC
J7 AT input
J8 DIS_REG10 Disable
J9 CTRL in external DC/DC
J10 AT input
J11 DIS_REG10 Disable
J12 CTRL in external DC/DC
J13 AT input
Open / 1-2
Bottom side connection
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Open
Closed / 2-3
Top side connection
-
Closed / Enable
-
Closed / Enable
-
-
Closed / Enable
-
-
Closed / Enable
-
-
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6 Assembly Views
6.1 Top Side
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6.2 Bottom Side
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MSM4E104EX/ Appendix A: Architecture Information
7 Appendix A: Architecture Information
The following sources of information can help you better understand PC architecture.
7.1 Buses
7.1.1 ISA, Standard PS/2 – Connectors
» AT Bus Design: Eight and Sixteen-Bit ISA, E-ISA and EISA Design, Edward Solari, Annabooks, 1990, ISBN 0-
929392-08-6
» AT IBM Technical Reference, Volumes 1&2, 1985
» ISA & EISA Theory and Operation, Edward Solari, Annabooks, 1992, ISBN 0929392159
» ISA Bus Specifications and Application Notes, Jan. 30, 1990, Intel
» ISA System Architecture, Third Edition, Tom Shanley and Don Anderson, Addison-Wesley Publishing
Company, 1995, ISBN 0-201-40996-8
» Personal Computer Bus Standard P996, Draft D2.00, Jan. 18, 1990, IEEE Inc
» Technical Reference Guide, Extended Industry Standard Architecture Expansion Bus, Compaq 1989
7.1.2 PCI/104
» Embedded PC 104 Consortium
» The consortium provides information about PC/104 and PC/104-Plus technology. You can search for
information about the consortium on the Web.
» PCI SIG
» The PCI-SIG provides a forum for its ~900 member companies, who develop PCI products based on the
specifications that are created by the PCI-SIG. You can search for information about the SIG on the Web.
» PCI & PCI-X Hardware and Software Architecture & Design, Fifth Edition, Edward Solari and George Willse,
Annabooks, 2001, ISBN 0-929392-63-9.
» PCI System Architecture, Tom Shanley and Don Anderson, Addison-Wesley, 2000, ISBN 0-201-30974-2.
7.2 General PC Architecture
» Embedded PCs, Markt&Technik GmbH, ISBN 3-8272-5314-4 (German)
» Hardware Bible, Winn L. Rosch, SAMS, 1997, 0-672-30954-8
» Interfacing to the IBM Personal Computer, Second Edition, Lewis C. Eggebrecht, SAMS, 1990, ISBN 0-672-
22722-3
» The Indispensable PC Hardware Book, Hans-Peter Messmer, Addison-Wesley, 1994, ISBN 0-201-62424-9
» The PC Handbook: For Engineers, Programmers, and Other Serious PC Users, Sixth Edition, John P. Choisser
and John O. Foster, Annabooks, 1997, ISBN 0-929392-36-1
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7.3 Ports
7.3.1 RS-232 Serial
» EIA232E standard
» The EIA-232-E standard specifies the interface between (for example) a modem and a computer so that they
can exchange data. The computer can then send data to the modem, which then sends the data over a
telephone line. The data that the modem receives from the telephone line can then be sent to the computer.
You can search for information about the standard on the Web.
» RS-232 Made Easy: Connecting Computers, Printers, Terminals, and Modems, Martin D. Seyer, Prentice Hall,
1991, ISBN 0-13-749854-3
» National Semiconductor: The Interface Data Book includes application notes. Type “232” as search criteria to
obtain a list of application notes. You can search for information about the data book on National
Semiconductor’s Web site.
7.3.2 Serial ATA
Serial AT Attachment (ATA) Working Group. This X3T10 standard defines an integrated bus interface between disk
drives and host processors. It provides a common point of attachment for systems manufacturers and the system. You
can search for information about the working group on the Web. We recommend you also search the Web for
information on 4.2 I/O cables, if you use hard disks in a DMA3 or PIO4 mode.
7.3.3 USB
USB Specification
USB Implementers Forum, Inc. is a non-profit corporation founded by the group of companies that developed the
Universal Serial Bus specification. The USB-IF was formed to provide a support organization and forum for the
advancement and adoption of Universal Serial Bus technology. You can search for information about the standard on
the Web.
7.4 Programming
» C Programmer’s Guide to Serial Communications, Second Edition, Joe Campbell, SAMS, 1987, ISBN 0-672-
22584-0
» Programmer’s Guide to the EGA, VGA, and Super VGA Cards, Third Edition, Richard Ferraro, Addison-Wesley,
1990, ISBN 0-201-57025-4
» The Programmer’s PC Sourcebook, Second Edition, Thom Hogan, Microsoft Press, 1991, ISBN 1-55615-321-X
» Undocumented PC, A Programmer’s Guide to I/O, CPUs, and Fixed Memory Areas, Frank van Gilluwe, Second
Edition, Addison-Wesley, 1997, ISBN 0-201-47950-8
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8 Appendix B: Document Revision History
Revision Date Edited by Changes
100 05.Feb.2010 WAS Changed to new Kontron Corporate Design from DLAG V1.0A including title photo.
101 02.Sep.2010 MEG/WAS LED descriptions added.
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9 Index
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