EPC-3221 Compa ctPCI® System Controller Board and Optional C1XTN02 Transition I/O Module
Limited Warranty
A. RadiSys Corporation warrants that the item sold by it hereunder will be free from defects
in materials or workmanship, under normal use and service, for a period of 2 years from
date of shipment. Said item will meet the specifications in effect at the time of
manufacture. RadiSys' sole obligation under this warranty shall be, at its option, to repair
or replace, without charge, any defective component of said item, within a reasonable
period of time.
B. RadiSys Corporation shall not be liable under this warranty for (i) the item that the Buyer
alleges to be defective and was repaired or altered by someone other than RadiSys
designated personnel or authorized representative, unless such repair or alteration was
effected pursuant to prior written approval of RadiSys, or (ii) where the Buyer fails to
notify RadiSys of any alleged defect within the period of warranty, or (iii) where the
Buyer fails to return the allegedly defective item to RadiSys Corporation, in Houston,
Texas, USA, freight prepaid, or (iv) where the item was altered or damaged in a way
which RadiSys reasonably determines to affect the performance and reliability of the item,
or (v) where the item was subject to misuse, neglect, or accident. The rights and remedies
granted to the Buyer un der this para graph constit ute the Buyer's sole and exclus ive remedy
against RadiSys Corporation, its officers, agents, and employees, for negligence,
inexcusable delay, breach of warranty, express or implied, or any other default relating to
the item or Ra diSys’ duties to eliminate any errors.
This warranty supersedes any other warranty, whether expressed, implied, or statutory,
including but not limited to any warranty for fitness of purpose, merchantability, or freedom
from infringement or the like, and any warranty otherwise arising out of any proposal,
specifications, or sample. Furthermore, RadiSys Corporation neither assumes nor authorizes
any person to assume for it any other liability.
The software included with this equipment is warranted only in accordance with the terms of
its license agreement. Except as warranted in that license agreement, the manufacturer of the
software disclaims all warranties and conditions with regard to the software, including all
implied warrantie s and condit ions of mer chantabi lity, fitne ss for a pa rticula r purpose, title, a nd
non-infringement.
Every effort has been made to ensure that the information provided in this manual is complete
and accurate. However, technical inaccuracies or typographical errors may be inadvertently
included. RadiSys assumes no responsibility for any errors that may be contained in this
document. RadiSys makes no promise to update or keep current the information contained in
this document. Information in this document, including product specifications, is subject to
change without notice.
All tradena mes referenced are the service mark, trademark, or regist ered trademark of the
respective manufacturer.
Always use caution when handling or operating the equipment. Only qualified and trained
electronics service personnel should access the equipment. Use extreme caution when
installing or removing components. For additional information, please contact RadiSys
Technical Support at 1–800–438–4769 or 1–713–541–8200 Monday through Friday between
7:00 a.m. and 6:00 p.m., Central Time, continental USA.
Arbeiten am System bzw. Betrieb des Systems, sollten immer mit der nötigen Vorsicht
vorgenommen werden. Nur qualifiziertes und ausgebildetes Fachpersonal sollte am Inneren
des Gerätes arbeiten. Beim Installieren und Entfernen von Komponenten ist besondere
Vorsicht geboten.
Für weitere Informationen wenden Sie sich bitte an den Technical Support von RadiSys:
•USA: 1–800–438–4769 oder 1–713–541–8200 Monta gs bis Freit ags von
0700 Uhr bis 1800 Uhr, Central USA.
•International: +31–36–5365595 Montags bis Freitags von 0830 Uhr bis 1700 Uhr.
(CET GMT +1.00)
Changes or modifications not expressly approved by RadiSys Corporation could void the
product warranty and the user’s authority to operate the equipment.
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Notice
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 li mit s are des ign ed to pro vide reasonable
protection against harmful interference when the equ ipment is operated in a commercial
environment.
This equipment generates, uses, and can emit radio frequency energy and, if not installed and
used in accordance with this instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio
communications. Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful
interferen ce, in which case, the user will be required to correct the interference at the user's
expense.
This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules. Operation is subject to the following
conditions:
•This device may not cause harmful interference
•This device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause
undesired operation
Any change or modification not expressly approved by the manufacturer is prohibited and
could void the user's authority to operate the equipment.
This product also meets requirements for compliance with EN55022, Class B ITE.
This symbol indicates an item for special consideration.
Warning:
This symbol indicates the presence of a potential hazard that
can cause perso nal injury. Only qualified and train ed electro nics
service personnel should access the equipment.
EPC-3221 Compa ctPCI® System Controller Board and Optional C1XTN02 Transition I/O Module
Customer Support
Accessing the Web Site
In-depth printable service manuals and other documentation are available for download from
the RadiSys Web site:
http://www.radisys.com
Then click on Support to access a link to the manuals, addenda, drivers and BIOS. The
documentation for current and discontinued products is available at this Web site in Adobe
Acrobat
Reader
Calling Technical Support
1. Have the RadiSys product model and serial number available.
2. Call Technical Support:
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In the continental USA, Monday – Friday, 7:00 a.m. – 6:00 p.m., Central Time, dial
•
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The packaging for this product has been tested to assure that it will withstand responsible
handling by the carrier.
Caution
: Inspect contents immediately and file a claim with the delivering carrier for any
damage. Save the shipping box and packaging material to use for any further shipment of this
equipment.
However, i f the packagin g is damaged and is not suit able for shi pment, call Radi Sys Technical
Support to obtain new packaging. The warranty may be void if the product is returned using
unapproved or damaged original packaging.
Returning Your Product
The Returned Material Authorization (RMA) number and the serial number of each returned
product must be written on the outside of the package and on any enclosed correspondence.
Note:
The factor y will refuse the shipment if it is sent freight collect or if it does not display
This chapter discusses functions and features of the equipment that can be
accessed only by qualified and trained electroni cs service personnel. The
material contained in thi s chapter does not discuss any user-acce ssi bl e parts or
operations. All tasks related to material in this chapter must be referred to
qualified service personnel.
This chapter discusses the primary features of the EPC-3221 System Controller
Board (SCB) and the optional C1XTN02 Rear Transition I/O Module (XIO).
If you are familiar with the pr imary features an d components of the EPC- 3221 and
the C1XTN02 Tra nsition I/O Module, an d you wish to quickl y begin operati ng the
equipment, go to Chapter 2, “6 Steps to Operation” on page 9 and return to this
chapter later at your convenience.
The EPC-3221 is available with the following optional on-board peripherals:
•C1XTN02 Rear Transition I/O Module
•PCI Bridge Card
SCSI
The SCSI option provides the following features and components:
Note:
•Adaptec AIC
•Active SCSI terminators
Video
The AGP Video option provides the following features and components:
•CHIPS 69000 HiQVideo™ Accelerator with 2 MB integrated SDRAM
•VGA video 15-pin female D-Sub connector on the I/O bracket
Ethernet
The Ethernet option provides the following features and components:
•Intel 82559 10/100 Mb/sec Ethernet LAN Controller
•RJ-45 10/100BaseT Ethernet connector on the I/O panel
•Ethernet activity LEDs on the I/O panel
The EPC-3221 supports only single-ended (SE) SCSI devices.
®
-7890 PCI-to-Ultra SCSI Controller
Chapter 1: Introduction
Rear Transition I/O
The C1XTN02 Rear Transition I/O Module is also an optional component to expand
connectivity and functionality of the EPC-3221 SCB, for use as part of a cPCI computer
system. See C1XTN02 Rear Transition I/O Module on page 6.
PCI Bridge Card
To drive an additional PCI bus and increase the number of PCI devices, the EPC-3221 can be
equipped with the optional CPBRI01 PCI-to-PCI Bridge Card.
Note:
and identical CompactPCI connectors for J1 and J2.
The EPC-3221 and the PCI Bridge Card each use the Intel 21150 PCI-to-PCI Bridge
For more information, contact Conexant Systems, Inc.
The EPC-3221 System Controller Board is 6U x 8HP x 160 mm.
The optional C1XTN02 Transition I/O Module is 6U x 8HP x 80 mm.
These dimensions are in compliance with IEEE 1101.1, 1101.11, and P1101.11 mechanical
This chapter discusses functions and features of the equipment that can be
accessed only by qualified and trained electroni cs service personnel. The
material contained in thi s chapter does not discuss any user-acce ssi bl e parts or
operations. All tasks related to material in this chapter must be referred to
qualified service personnel.
This chapt er describes essential precautions for Handling the EPC-3221 and
C1XTN02 and then outlines the basic steps for setting up the system:
•Step 1: Check Switch Settings
•Step 2: Install the SCB
•Step 3: Install the C1XTN02 Transition I/O Module
EPC-3221 Compa ctPCI® System Controller Board and C1XTN02 Transition I/O Module
Handling the EPC-3221 and C1XTN02
Overview
This section suggests basic precautions when handling the EPC-3221 System Controller
Board and optional C1XTN02 Rear Transition I/O Module.
Static Electricity
The EPC-3221 and C1XTN02 design protects against normal ESD (electro-static discharge)
and excessive voltage. However, excessive static electricity can damage the components.
Before you handle the components, use the grounding wrist strap provided with the system to
discharge static electricity. Instructions for using the wrist strap are printed on the strap’s
envelope.
Handle the components by their I/O p a nel o r injector/ejector handles to help prevent accidental
damage caused by stati c di sc harge (Figure 4).
Safety
It is important to protect yourself and your equipment before you perform any of the
procedures outlined in this manual.
Next...
You should check the configuration before y ou install the SCB and XIO. If the compon ents are
already installed in your system and you need to change configuration, power-off the system
and disconnect all power cords from their source. Follow all safety precautions as outlined by
the chassis manufacturer.
To avoid damage or injury, always power-off the syst em and disconnect all power cords from
their source before handling the equipment. To help prevent accidental damage caused by
static discharge, use a g ro unding wrist strap or other static-dissipating device when handling
the equipment.
Um Sachschaden und Verletzung zu vermei den, schalten Sie vor Arbeiten am Gerät den
Netzschalter aus, und zi ehen Sie alle Stecker aus den Steckdosen. Um unbeabsichtigte
Schäden durch elektros t atis che Entladung vorzubeugen, sollte bei Arbeite n am System immer
ein Erdung sarmband getr agen oder andere elektrostat i sche Entladun gs-Vor sichtsmaßnahm en
verwendet werden.
Only qualified, experienced electronics service personnel should access and handle the
equipment.
Es sollte nur qualifiziertes und erfahr enes Fachpersonal am System arbei ten.
Before you install the SCB in a chassis, check the switch settings outlined in Step 1,
EPC-3221 Compa ctPCI® System Controller Board and C1XTN02 Transition I/O Module
Step 1: Check Switch Settings
Overview
Check the switch block on the EPC-3221 for proper settings (Figure 5).
Switch Block
The switch block contains four switches that you can configure to affect the following items:
•On-board ROM access
•CMOS RAM
•Configuration ports
Settings
Settings for the switches are provided in the following table:
SW1-1Not Used
SW1-2On-Board ROM Access
Open / OffCrisis Recovery mode disabled (default)
Closed / OnCrisis Recovery mode enabled
SW1-3CMOS RAM
Open / OffNormal operation of CMOS RAM (default)
Closed / OnFactory default values for the Setup Utility are l oaded into CMOS RAM
SW1-4Configuration Ports
Open / OffConfiguration ports are mapped to I/O address 270–273 (default)
Closed / OnConfiguration ports are mapped to I/O address 370–373
The system can operate without Memory Module Bank 0 (DIMM 1) filled. However, the crisis
recovery mode requires Bank 0 to be populated. For more informati on on memory modules,
see page 44.
Crisis recovery mode causes the system to boot from the floppy drive and re-flash the BIOS.
Note:
Before using crisis recovery mode, attempt to load the factory BIOS default values by
switching on SW1-3. Use crisis recovery mode only if the system will not boot otherwise.
RadiSys Corporation produc es a utility t o generate a crisi s recovery diske tte. This diskett e is to
be used only with crisis recovery mode enabled. To acquire the proper release BIOS for this
product, contact RadiSys Technical Support (see page vi). After downloading the proper
release BIOS of the utility, follow the instructions contained in the file README.TXT to
generate the diskette. The cris is recovery diskette must be generated on a system that is
operating MS-DOS
Video is disabled on boot with crisis recovery mode enabled.
®
, Windows® 95, Windows 98, Windows NT®, or OS/2.
EPC-3221 Compa ctPCI® System Controller Board and C1XTN02 Transition I/O Module
Step 2: Install the SCB
Overview
Before you connect any peripheral devices to the EPC-3221, install the SCB onto a passive
backplane in a chassis.
To install the EPC-3221 onto a passive backplane not manufactured by RadiSys, consult the
instructions provided by the backplane manufacturer.
Installing the SCB
To install the SCB (Figure 6):
1. Power-off the system and disconnect all power cords.
Note:
handling the equipment.
2. Locate the system slot on th e CompactPCI passive backplane.
3. Unlock the injector/ejector levers on the SCB I/O panel (if required).
4. Align the edges of the SCB with the card gui de rails in t he chassis sub rack. Make sure th at
both injector/ejector handles on the SCB are in the open position before attempting to
insert the board.
5. Insert the SCB into the chassis subrack with the card edges in the card guide rails.
Carefully push the SCB into the chassis subrack until the CompactPCI connectors engage
the connector body at the backplane.
Note:
in the card guide rails.
6. Simultaneously lock both injector/ejector levers on the SCB I/O panel. Inspect the SCB
faceplate to make sure it is fully seated.
7. Tighten the captive fasteners on the I/O panel to the subrack front rails. (The captive
fasteners secure the SCB in the chassis subrack.)
8. Install transition I/O module, if present. See Step 3: Install the C1XTN02 Transition I/O
Module on page 16.
9. Connect peripheral devices to the SCB and XIO. See Step 4: Attach Peripheral Devices.
10. Reconnect all power cords and power-on the system.
Use a grounding wrist strap or other static-dissipating device when accessing and
The alignment pins on the SCB I/O panel will be inserted into the alignment holes
The CPU requires unimpeded airflow across the processor within th e te m per at ur e
specifications outlined on page 28. Operations outside these specifications could void the
warranty.
EPC-3221 Compa ctPCI® System Controller Board and C1XTN02 Transition I/O Module
Step 3: Install the C1XTN02 Transition I/O Module
Overview
Before you connect any peripheral devices to the EPC-3221 System Controller Board, install
the C1XTN02 Rear Transition I/O Module onto a passive backplane in a chassis.
RadiSys recommends installing the C1XTN02 Transition I/O Module onto a passive backplane
and with a system controller board manufactured by RadiSys. If installed in a non-RadiSys
backplan e, consult the documentation provided by the back plane manufact urer.
If the optional C1XTN02 Rear Transiti on I / O Module is not present in your compu te r s yst em,
proceed to Step 4: Attach Peripheral Devices.
Installing the T r ansi tion I/O Module
To install the C1XTN02 transit ion I/O module (Figure 7):
1. Power-off the system and disconnect all power cords.
Note:
handling the equipment.
2. Locate the system slot on the rear of the CompactPCI passive backplane. Use the slot
directly opposite from the SCB that was installed in Step 2 under Installing the SCB.
3. Unlock the injector/ejector levers on the transition I/O module panel (if required). Align
the edges of the transition I/O module with the card guide rails in the chassis subrack.
Make sure that both injector/ejector handles on the transition I/O module are in the open
position before attempting to insert the board.
4. Insert t he transition I/O module into the chassis subrack with the card edges in the card
guide rails.
Note:
alignment holes in the card guide rails.
5. Applying more pressure on the upper injecto r/ejector lever than the lower one, gently
insert the transition I/O module into the chassis subrack. Inspect the transition I/O module
faceplate to make sure it is fully seated.
6. Tighten the captive fasteners on the I/O panel to the subrack rails. (The captive fasteners
secure the transition I/O module in the chassis subrack.)
7. Connect peripheral devices. See Step 4: Attach Peripheral Devices.
8. Reconnect all power cords and power-on the system.
Use a grounding wrist strap or other static-dissipating device when accessing and
The alignment pins on the transition I/O module panel will be inserted into the
EPC-3221 Compa ctPCI® System Controller Board and C1XTN02 Transition I/O Module
Step 4: Attach Peripheral Devices
Overview
After you have installed the components in a chassis, attach peripheral devices to the SCB and
XIO, if present (Figure 8 on page 19.)
The tables that begin on page 30 indicate the Pin Signals for peripheral headers and
connectors.
Always power-off the system and disconnect all power cords from their source before
connecting or disconnecting cables for peripheral devices.
When attaching devices to the EPC-3321, certain considerations must be made:
Device(s)Consideration
•
These ports are 9-pin male D-Sub connectors on the I/O panels.
•
Serial
Parallel
USB
EIDE or
IDE
SCSI
FloppyUp to two floppy drives can be attached to the XIO Floppy Disk Drive (FDD) header.
PS/2
Devices
VGA
Ethernet
SpeakerPin 1 on the XIO is the +5 V (+) signal; Pin 2 is the Speaker (-) signal.
System
Monitor
Modem
All Devices
System
Reset
One serial device can be attached to each 16550-compatible serial port.
•
These ports provide an RS-232 interface.
•
These devices can only be attached to the SCB or the transition I/O module
•
These ports are 25-pin female D-Sub connectors on the I/O panels.
•
The IEEE 1284 port provides a Centronics compatible printer interface.
•
AT-compatible / Bi-directional / EPP / ECP operations are supported.
•
These devices can only be attached to the SCB or the transition I/O module
•
The USB bus will support up to 127 USB devices, which can be attached in a daisy-chain
configuration.
•
This SCB supports two USB controllers; one on the front SCB panel, one on the rear XIO panel.
•
A single USB cable cannot exceed 5 meters (16.4 feet) in length.
•
The 5-pin male shrouded, keyed header on the board surface can connect to the Series “A”
connector on the I/O panel.
•
Software drivers appropriate to the OS will be needed to operate USB devices. RadiSys does not
supply such drivers.
•
Up to two EIDE or IDE devices can be attached to each EIDE header on the XIO.
•
The BIOS will support up to four EIDE or IDE devices. For more information on IDE operations,
see page 24.
•
Up to 15 SCSI devices can be attached to the XIO on a 68-pin (Ultra Fast/Wide) connector.
•
Up to 15 SCSI devices can be attached to the XIO on a 50-pin (Ultra Fast/Narrow) header.
•
SCSI devices must be connected in a daisy-chain configuration with proper termination.
•
Only one of the three SCSI connectors can be used at any one time.
•
A PS/2 mouse and/or keyboard can be attached to the corresponding 6-pin female mini-DIN
connectors on the front or rear I/O panels.
•
These devices can only be attached to the SCB or the transition I/O module
•
The video connectors on the front and rear I/O panels are 15-pin D-Sub female type.
•
A standard VGA or SVGA interface is provided.
•
Two display devices can be attached to the SCB and XIO at the same time, but video intensity will
be slightly reduced for each device.
•
The Ethernet connectors on the front and rear I/O panels are 8-pin RJ-45 type.
•
Two Ethernet connections can be made, but only one will be active; the BIOS will select one.
•
Two LEDs on the SCB I/O panel indicate the status of Ethernet operations:
Activity: This LED indicates either data transmit or receive activity. When activity is occurring,
•
the LED is lit. When activity ceases, the LED will fade.
Link Integrity: This LED indicates whether a valid link is established with the Ethernet controller
•
in either 10 or 100 Mbps. When the link is valid, the LED is lit. When the link has failed or is
invalid, the LED will fade.
•
This 10-pin male, shrouded header on the XIO provides the interface to an I2C network.
•
Pin 8 is the Clock signal; Pin 10 is the Data signal.
•
The modem connector on the XIO is a 4-pin female RJ-11 type.
•
Four LEDs on the rear I/O bracket indicate the status of modem operations:
Receive Data (RXD)
•
Transmit Data (TXD)
•
Data Carrier Detected (DCD)
•
Data Terminal Ready (DTR)
•
When using a flat cable to attach a device, the colored trace for Pin 1 on the cable must align with Pin
1 on the header/connector. See Figure 8 for an example
•
The cable attaches the System Reset Button on the SCB Faceplate to JP1 on the SCB. See
EPC-3221 Compa ctPCI® System Controller Board and C1XTN02 Transition I/O Module
Step 5: Power-On the System
Overview
After you have installed the EPC-3221 and optional C1XTN02 Rear Transition I/O Module
and attached the peripheral devices, connect all power cords and power-on the system.
No Power
If the system does not power-on, check all power connections and the power source.
If power connections are secure and the power source is adequate, contact Technical Support.
See Customer Support on page vi.
Startup
After you power-on the system, it will:
•Execute the Power-On Self Test (POST) to ensure that the system is functional and
properly configured
•Start the operating system
Setup
During the POST, you can access the Setup Utility (Figure 9) to configure the system.
Before using the SCB for the first time, you should verify the system settings in the Setup Utility.
See page 21.
The BIOS (Basic Input/Ou tput Sy stem) Setu p Utilit y allows you t o config ure th e operati ons of
the EPC-3221 and optional Rear Transition I/O Module.
Access
To access the Setup Utility, press F2 when prompted during the Power-On Self Test (POST).
Main Menu
The Setup Utility display (Figure 9 on page 20) contains two areas:
•Options: The options for the cu rrent menu are on the left side of the screen
•Item-Specific Help: Instructi ons for the current ite m are on the right side
Menus
The Setup Utility contains a toolbar at the top of the screen that allows you to access the
following menus:
•Main
•Advanced
•Security
•Power
•Boot
•Server
•Exit
Chapter 2: 6 Steps to Operation
Boot and Exit
Operation
Options and items for these menus are listed in the tables beginning on page 23.
The Boot and Exit menus do not have “default” values. Items fo r the se me nus ar e not incl uded
in the tables b elow.
Use the following keys to operate the Setup Utility:
KeyAction
Up Arrow (
Left Arrow (
) and Down Arrow (↓)Select a menu item
↑
and Right Arrow (
←)
Plus (+) and Minus (–)Change the value of an item
EnterAccess a sub-menu or pop-up menu
F1Access Help for the Setup Utility
F9Load default values for the setup options
F10Save the changes you have made and exit the Setup Utility
EscAccess the Exit menu
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Optional Components
The Setup Utility displays the configuration options and values that apply to all installed
components. The following tables list items in the Setup Utility that are affected by the
optional on-board peripherals.
Serial Port AEnabled (user configuration) Disabled, Auto
Note:
Base I/O Address and Interrupt are displayed / shown only if the
Serial Port is Enabled.
Note:
For console redirection, select Enabled.
Note:
If user wishes to use this port for Console Redirection, select
Enabled and set the I/O Address IRQ appropriately
Serial Port A: Base I/O Address/
IRQ
Serial Port BE nabledDisabled, Auto
Serial Port B: Base I/O Address/
IRQ
Serial Port B: ModeNormalModem
Parallel PortEnabledDisabled, Auto
Parallel Port: ModeBi-DirectionalOutput Only (ISA), EPP, ECP
Parallel Port: Base I/O Address378278, 3BC
Parallel Port: InterruptIRQ 7IRQ 5
Parallel Port: DMA ChannelDMA 1DM A 3
Floppy Disk ControllerEnabledDisabled
Floppy Disk Controller:
Base I/O Address
Local Bus IDE AdapterBothDisabled, Primary, Secondary
ECC ConfigurationECECC, ECC Scrub, Disabled
Watchdog Timer StatusDisabledEnabled
Watchdog Timer Delay1.2 sec150 ms
Note:
For more information on the Watchdog Timer, see page 43.
PS/2 MouseN/AAuto DetectDisabled, Ena bled
On-board SpeakerN/AEnabledDisabled
CPU BIOS UpdateN/AEnabledDisabled
Plug & Play O/SN/ANoYes
Note:
If this option is set to Ye s , the BIOS will not configure any PCI device on PCI bus 0 unless the
device has an on-board ROM, e.g., video or SCSI controllers.
Note:
This option should be set to No while installing a PnP O/S. After the O/S is installed, this option
can be set to Yes to allow the O/S to configure the devices.
Secured Setup ConfigurationN/AYesNo
Note:
If this option is set to Yes, the BIOS will ignore all Plug and Play configuration change requests
made by the PnP O/S.
Reset Configuration DataN/ANoYes
Large Disk Access ModeN/ADOSOther
Note:
Select Other for UNIX and Novell Netware operating systems. Select DOS for DOS-based,
Windows 95/98/NT, OS/2, or other operating systems. If the drive(s) fail during software installation,
change this selection and try again.
Security
The options for the Security menu are listed in the following table:
Supervisor Password IsN/AClear / Set (Display only)N/A
User Password IsN/AClear / Set (Display only)N/A
Set Supervisor PasswordN/AEnter a valueN/A
Set User PasswordN/AEnter a valueN/A
Password on BootN/ADisabledEnabled
Fixed Disk Boot SectorN/ANormalWrite Protect
Diskette AccessN/ASupervisorUser
Virus Check ReminderN/ADisabledDaily, Weekly, Monthly
System Backup ReminderN/ADisabledDaily, Weekly, Monthly
Power
The options for the Power menu are listed in the following table:
This chapter discusses functions and features of the equipment that can be
accessed only by qualified and trained electroni cs service personnel. The
material contained in thi s chapter does not discuss any user-acce ssi bl e parts or
operations. All tasks related to material in this chapter must be referred to
qualified service personnel.
This chapter provides the following:
•System Specifications and environmental tolerances
•Pin Signals listings for all headers and connectors
•Descriptions of compatible Peripheral Connections
•Notes on Console Redirection
•A description of the Platform Management operations
•Notes on Installing Memory modules
•Instructions for System B attery Replacement
•Information on Product Identification through the system BIOS
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Specifications
Overview
Listed in the tables below are system specifications and environmental tolerances for the
EPC-3221 SCB.
Note:
Environmental
Environmental tolerances are listed in the following table:
†
Cooling
Airflow requirements for the SCB are listed in the following table:
Note:
required across the processor for operations at the specified ambient temperature at sea level.
These specifications are subject to change without notice.
OperatingNon-Operating
Temperature
Humidity
Shock
Vibration
Altitude
See the cooling conditions outlined below for extended temperature specifications.
0 to 57 °C (32 to 134.6 °F)
at 200 LFM
5 – 95% @ 40 °C,
non-condensing
1 G @ 10 ms30 G @ 10 ms
0.25 G @ 5 – 150 Hz5 G @ 5 – 150 Hz
15,000 ft. (4,572 m)50,000 ft. (15,240 m)
†
-40 to 70 °C (-40 to 158 °F)
0 – 95% @ 40 °C,
non-condensing
The following tabl e lists t he minim um unim peded ai rflow in line ar feet per minu te (LFM )
Airflow
Maximum
Ambient
600 LFM400 LFM200 LFM100 LFM0 LFM
69 °C
(156.2 °F)
66 °C
(150.8 °F)
57 °C
(134.6 °F)
44 °C
(111.2 °F)
Recommended
Not
Ambient temperature is m easured at the leading edge of the CPU heatsink w it h a 433 MHz
processor installed an d al l com p onents fully populated.
A Note on Thermal Specifications
RadiSys validates the operating specifications of its products by testing with the “hottest”
available hardware and software configuration to maximize the power supply draw and
generate a worst-case scenario . Despite these efforts, the specifications outlined above are
only benchmarks and should be regarded as such.
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Pin Signals
Overview
The tables below list the pin signals for the peripheral connectors. Figure 8 on page 19
indicates the pin positions for each.
Serial Ports 1 & 2Parallel Port
PinDescriptionPinDescriptionPinDescription
1Data Carrier Detect (In)1– Strobe10– Acknowledge
2Receive Data (In)2+ Data Bit 011+ Busy
3Transmit Data (Out)3+ Data Bit 112+ Paper Feed
4Data Terminal Ready (Out)4+ Data Bit 213+ Select
5Ground5+ Data Bit 314– Auto Feed
6Data Set Ready (In)6+ D ata Bit 415– Error
7Request to Send (Out)7+ Data Bit 516– Initialize Printer
8Clear to Send (In)8+ Data Bit 617– Select Input
9Ring Indicator (In)9+ Data Bit 718-25 Ground
VGA VideoRJ-45 EthernetUSB Header
PinDescriptionPinDescriptionPinDescription
1Red1Ethernet Transmit (TX+)1+5 V
2Green2Ethernet Transmit (TX–)2USB –
3Blue3Ethernet Receive (RX+)3USB +
12Video ID 14Ethernet COM4Ground
13Hori zontal Sync5Etherne t COM5Key
14Vertical Sync6Etherne t Receive (RX–)
15Video ID 37Ethernet COM
4, 9, 11 Not Connected8Ethernet COM
5–8, 10 Grou nd
35Data Bit 12 (I/O)45Data Bit 5 (I/O)62Control/Data (In)
36Data Bit 13 (I/O)46Data Bit 6 (I/O)63Request (In)
37Data Bit 14 (I/O)47Data Bit 7 (I/O)64Input/Output (In)
38Data Bit 15 (I/O)48Data Bit Parity Low (I/O)65Data Bit 8 (I/O)
39Data Bit Parity High (I/O)55Attention (Out)66Data Bit 9 (I/O)
40Data Bit 0 (I/O)57Busy (I/O)67Data Bit 10 (I/O)
41Data Bit 1 (I/O)58Acknowledge (Out)68Data Bit 11 (I/O)
42Data Bit 2 (I/O)59Reset (I/O)19, 53Reserved
43Data Bit 3 (I/O)60Message (In)17–18,
44Data Bit 4 (I/O)61Select (I/O)
45Data Bit 5 (I/O)1–16, 20–34,
The EPC-3221 and optional C1XTN02 provide controllers to support a variety of peripheral
input/output functi ons. These fu nction s are suppor ted eithe r directly by the EPC-3 221, or via a
passive backplane with the companion C1XTN02 Rear Transition I/O Module.
ControllerFunctionalitySCB XIO
Adaptec PCI-to-Ultra SCSI Controller with
active SCSI terminators
Primary and Secondary EIDE busesNY
Primary USB (USB0)YN
Secondary USB (USB1)NY
SpeakerYY
Serial ports 1 and 2 YY
Parallel portYY
PS/2 mouseYY
PS/2 keyboardYY
Floppy disk driveNY
IDE/SCSI activity LEDYN
System power LEDYN
System reset buttonYY
Socket for PCI bridge card with Intel 21150YN
SCSI SENY
VGA Video Connector (15-pin)YY
Ethernet 10/100 Mb/Sec Connector (RJ-45)YY
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CompactPCI® Connectors
Overview
The tables below list the pin signals for the CompactPCI connectors of the EPC-3221 SCB.
The following illustration (Figure 12 on page 36) indicates pin positions. The following
section indicates pin signals for the optional C1XTN02 Rear Transition I/O Module (see page
37).
J1
PinEDCBA
25+5 V+3.3 VENUM#REQ64#+5 V
24ACK64#AD[0]V(I/O)+5 VAD[1]
23AD[2]+5 VAD[3]AD[4]+3.3 V
22AD[5]AD[6]+3.3 VGNDAD[7]
21C/BE[0]#M66E NAD[8]AD[9]+3.3 V
20AD[10]AD[11]V(I/O)GNDAD[12]
19AD[13]G NDAD[14]AD[15]+3.3 V
18C/BE[1]#PAR+3.3 VGNDSERR#
17PERR#GNDIPMI_SDAIPMI_SCL+3.3 V
16LOCK#STOP#V(I/O)GNDDEVSEL#
15TRDY#GNDIRDY#FRAME#+3.3 V
9FDHDSEL-GNDFDS1-DRVDEN0DRVDEN1
8FDRdData-+5 V FDWP-FDTRK0-FDINDX7RSVDGNDFDDSKChg-+5 V NC
6RSVDGNDPPD0PPD1PPD2
5RSVD+3.3 V PPD3PPD4PPD5
4USBP1++3.3 V PPD6+5 V PPD7
3USBP1-GNDRSVDPPSLIN-PPSTB2GNDPPSLCTPPACK-PPAutoFD-PPINIT1PPPEPPERR-PPBSY+3.3 V RSVD
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Console Redirection
Overview
Console, or serial, redirection allows an SCB or motherboard to be installed at a remote
location and operated via a serial terminal. Redirection does not require a video controller or
keyboard connected to the SCB in order to operate.
Interrupts
Console redirection utilizes two interrupts:
•Video: Redirect i on uses the video interrupt (10 h) t o de te ct a ny vi deo operations not made
by direct screen memory or an I/O controller.
Note:
can be supported, not graphics.
•Keyboard: Redirection uses the keyboard interrupt (16h) to receive characters sent from
the serial terminal and convert t hem to the appropriate PC scan codes.
Note:
require a redirection driver to receive data from the serial terminal.
Cable
Because the redirection service sends ASCII data to the serial terminal, only text
Operating systems or applications that do not use the interrupt 16h services will
Configuration
For proper operation of most serial terminals, it is strongly recommended that signals from
each end of the serial cable be configured as listed below:
Connector AConnector B
Request to Send (RTS)Clear to Send (CTS)
Data Set Ready (DSR)
Note:
The Ring Indicator (RI) signal can be ignored.
The Setup Utility can be accessed through console redirection. However, it is slow because the
setup screens are graphical, and each change requires the entire screen to be redrawn. The
Adaptec SCSI Setup Utility is not accessible via console redirection.
Data Terminal Ready (DTR)
Data Carrier Detect (DCD)
To enable console redirection:
1. Run the Setup Utility. See page 21.
2. Provide a serial port for console redirection.
Note:
A serial port on the SCB or XIO can be used for console redirection. See page 24.
3. Select the address and interrupt for the serial port.
4. Set the console redirect port to the same address and interrupt that was selected in step 3.
See page 26.
5. Set the baud rate for the console redirect port.
Note:
This must match the baud rate of the serial terminal.
6. Connect the serial cable bet ween the redirection port and the serial te rminal.
Note:
Redirection uses XON and XOFF for flow control. For a simple connection, a
three-wire serial cable can be used. Only Ground, Tr ansmit, and Receive signals are
required.
Console redirection will function once the CPU is reset.
Platform management is provided on the EPC-3221 SCB by an on-board intelligent platform
management (IPM) controller. The IPM con troller is capable of monitoring environmental
sensors on the EPC-3221 SCB and communicating with other IPM controllers in an IPMcapable chassis.
The monitoring and logging functions of the IPM subsystem are independent of the main
processors, BIOS, and oper at ing system. This allows devi ces s upporting IPM to communicate
even when the system is not powered or operational.
Inter-device communication is provided by the Intelligent Platform Management Bus (IPMB)
which connects all intelligent devices. The Inter-Integrated Circuit (I
IPMB and is located in the passive backplane of a chassis.
Intelligent devices communicate general state information and alert information (such as
warnings or critical conditions) to a centralized management controller, the Baseboard
Management Controller (BMC). The BMC provides a System Event Log (SEL) for storing
events generated by IPM devices in the chassis.
Figure 13 shows an EPC-3221 SCB in a typical platform management environment.
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Baseboard Management Controller
Located on the EPC-3221 SCB, the Baseboard Management Controller (BMC) provides
platform management services for the EPC-3321. This BMC is responsible for monitoring
local environmental sensors and for generating platform events when sensor readings cross
programmable thresholds.
The BMC supports two interfaces for communicating with system software and other
intelligent devices:
•System management (SM) software running on a RadiSys EPC-3321 can access the
instrumentation th rough the Basebo ard Management Contr oller. The BMC interfaces with
the onboard CPU using a Keyboard Controller-Style (KCS) interface. The KCS interface
acts as a gateway between System Management Software (SMS) and the BMC or other
intelligent devices located on the IPMB.
•The BMC al so contains an interface to the Intelligent Platform Management Bus (IPMB)
to allow other intelligent devices to communicate with the BMC.
NOTE:
http://www.radisys.com/service_support/
This site has the documentation for current and discontinued products in Adobe Acrobat
Portable Document Format (.PDF). Documentation may be read and printed using the free
Acrobat Reader software.
Sensor Devices
The BMC on the EPC-3321 is responsible for monitoring 16 sensors. Ten sensors monitor
environmental values on the CPU board and six sensors are digital sensors monitoring
backplane signals.
Six programmable thresholds are associated with each threshold sensor, as follows:
•Low non-critical
•Low critical
•Low non-recoverable
•High non-critical
•High critical
•High non-recoverable
Also, two programmable hysteresis values are associated with each threshold sensor —
positive and negative. The BMC monitors the sensors and generates a platform event when
one or more programmable thresholds are crossed.
For additional information on platform management, see this Web site:
Table 1 describes the 16 sensors on the EPC-3221 SCB.
0CPU Process or TemperatureThreshold Temperature
1CPU Board Te mperatureThreshold Temperature
2CPU –12 VThreshold Voltage
3CPU +5 VThreshold Voltage
4CPU +12 VThreshold Voltage
5CPU +3.3 VThreshold Voltage
6CPU +2.5 VThreshold Voltage
7CPU VIOThreshold Voltage
8CPU VcoreThreshold Voltage
9VTT V olt ageThreshold V ol tage
10CompactPCI OPEN–Digital
11CompactPCI BTI–Digital
12CompactPCI DEG–Digital
13CompactPCI FAL–Digital
14CompactPCI Slot NumberDiscrete
15SCB ResetDigital
The System Event Log stores platform events so that they are available for later analysis.
System event logging includes the logging of warning and critical events, extreme chassis
temperatures, and voltages.
Logged events are transported and maintained by the IPMI system. The BMC provides the
interface to the SEL for both the IPMB and th e Sy st em Management Software (SMS) runnin g
under the operating system.
System Management Software can retrieve events from the log and move them to non-volatile
storage, such as a ha rd disk, the alarm boar d or some form of removable s torage. SMS al so has
the ability to delet e events from the s ystem event lo g. This is a necessar y maintenanc e function
due to the limited resources on the BMC.
The watchdog timer provides an escape from a system lockup caused by electrical noise,
electrostatic discharge, processor lock-up, etc. The watchdog provides the escape by
performing a reset of all system components.
Reset
Once the watchdog timer detect s an activity pulse , an internal ti mer begins to count down from
the preset time delay, either 150 milliseconds or 1.2 seconds. If the watchdog counts down to
zero before it detects another pulse, it will perform a reset. This, in turn, issues a reset to the
PCI and ISA buses, thereby resetting the devices installed on the buses.
Control
Two features control the watchdog timer operations: Status and Delay. These options are
defined in the Setup Utility. See page 25.
•Watchdog Status: sets the source of the activity monitored by the watchdog timer.
•
•
•W atc hdog Delay: sets the amount of time in whic h the system will be m onitored for
activity, either 150 milliseconds or 1.2 seconds.
Chapter 3: Technical Data
Enabled: the source of the pulse is the CPU Address Strobe (ADS) line.
Disabled: the source of the pulse is the CPU system clock.
User Mode
In addition to the Setup Utility features, there is a User mode to control the watchdog timer
operations. A user-controlled bit can be used to block the activity pulse from the watchdog
timer. If the control bit is set, the user-defi ned application must clear the bit within the
designated time to prevent a reset.
For more information, contact Technical Support. See Customer Support on page vi.
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Installing Memory
Overview
The EPC-3221 contains two 168-pin DIMM (Dual In-Line Memory Module) sockets for
memory (Figure 14). This provides support for up to 512 MB of on-board memory using
PC100 DIMMs, or higher as technology becomes available.
Memory B anks
Any of the DIMM sockets can be filled in any order with modules of any acceptable size. For
example, a 16 MB DIMM can be in stalled in Bank 0, while a 32 MB DIMM can be inst alled i n
Bank 1.
The system ca n operate withou t Bank 0 (DIMM 1) fill ed. However, Crisis Reco very mode
requires Bank 0 to be populat ed. For more information on Crisis Recovery m ode, see page 12
and page 13.
DIMM Types
Five DIMM memory sizes ( 16, 32, 64, 12 8, and 256 MB) are suppor ted. DIMMs of these sizes
can be installed in banks 0 and 1 in any combination and in any order.
Memory size is detected by the system BIOS. Memory timing requires PC100 SDRAM
modules.
DIMM Installation
To install a DIMM (see Figure 14 and Figure 15):
1. Power-off the system and disconnect all power cords.
Note:
handling the equipment.
2. Depress the DIMM socket latches outward (if required).
3. Align the DIMM with the socket.
Note:
4. Insert the DIMM into the socket. Carefully push the DIMM into the socket.
Note:
DIMM Removal
To remove a DIMM:
1. Power-off the system and disconnect all power cords.
Note:
handling the equipment.
2. Depres s the DIMM socket l atches outward.
Note:
The SCB only supports +3.3 V DIMMs. Use of DIMMs that are not rated at +3.3 V can cause
damage to the equipm ent and w ill voi d t he warranty.
Use a grounding wrist strap or other static-dissipating device when accessing and
The DIMM and socket are both keyed to prevent improper installation.
The DIMM socket latches will rotate upward to engage the DIMM.
Use a grounding wrist strap or other static-dissipating device when accessing and
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System Battery Replacement
Overview
The EPC-3221 utilizes a CR2032 lithium (Li/MnO2) coin battery (Figure 16). This 3-volt
battery provides power to retain the correct date, time, and computer parameters in CMOS
when the system is powered-off. This information assists the BIOS in performing initialization
and configuration during power-on or reset operations.
The battery must be used or stored within the temperature specifications outlined on page 28.
Bezüglich Betri eb und Lagerung de r Batterie beachten Sie bitte di e Temperaturspezifikationen
auf Seite 28.
Due to risk of fire or explosion, do not attempt to recharge, force open, or heat the battery.
There is danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly installed. Replace the battery only with
the same or equivalen t type . Re fe re nce the battery manufacturer's packaging or labeling for
further cautions and war ni ngs .
Wegen Feuer- oder Explosionsgefahr, versuchen Sie ni cht di e Ba tter i e w ieder aufzuladen, sie
zu öffnen oder zu erhitzen. Bei fal scher Installierung besteht eine Explosion sgefahr. Ersetzen
Sie die Batterie nur mit einem G le ichen oder gleichwertigen Typ. Weitere Informationen und
Warnungen entnehmen Sie bitte der Verpackung bzw. dem Aufdruck des He rs t elle rs .
Service
The system battery is designed to provide years of service without replacement. However, if
configuration or clock-related inconsistencies occur, the battery may need to be replaced.
Installation
To install the system battery (Figure 16 and Figure 17):
1. Power-off the system and disconnect all power cords.
Note:
Use a grounding wrist strap or other static-dissipating device when accessing and
handling the equipment.
2. Remove the SCB from the chassis.
3. Orient the battery with its positive pole (top surface) toward the front of the connector.
Note:
The battery will not discharge voltage if installed backwards.
4. Rotate the upper edge of the battery approximately 45° away from the battery connector.
5. Insert the lower edge of the battery into the connector, so that the negative pole (bottom
surface) of the battery engages the negative spring contact of the connector.
6. Press the raised edge of the battery downward until the battery seats firmly in the battery
connector.
Note:
The positive spring contact of the connector will engage the positive pole of the
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Product Identification
Overview
All current RadiSys system controller boards support product identification. This information
is embedded in the BIOS and can be read by an operating system or application. The location
of the data is fixed for all current products.
BIOS
The starting location for these fields in the BIOS is F000:FF90h (000FFF90h), and it is
identified by the ASCII string “TMI” terminated with a null (0h). All data is stored in ASCII.
A map of the data fields is provided in the following table:
LocationSizeContents
F000:FF90h
F000:FF94h
F000:FFB0h
F000:FFB2h
F000:FFC0h
F000:FFF5h
4 BytesText string “TMI” terminated with a null.
Up to 26 Bytes Model ID text string, with processor speed enclosed in “C” and “J”,
terminated with a null.
2 BytesText string “S/N”.
12 BytesSerial number text string.
Up to 23 Bytes BIOS release text string, terminated with a null.
8 BytesBIOS Build Date; 8 ASCII Characters formatted as “MM/DD/YY”
Serial Number
The Serial Number field will contain an ASCII string “SN” followed by a space then the
ASCII serial number string, terminated with a null. RadiSys serial numbers are up to twelve
characters in lengt h, usi ng nu mbers and upperc ase lett ers. Th e opera ting s ystem or appli cati on
must verify the presence of the “SN” string before atte mp ti ng t o retrieve a serial number from
the location F000:FFB2h.
Sample
The following is sample content of the fields in the BIOS of a typical RadiSys product:
This identifies a EPC-3221 model system controller board, operating at 366 MHz with the
SCSI, Video, and Ethernet opt ional per ipherals . The serial number is 123456789ABC, a nd t he
BIOS release is 4.06a.1.2e, built on 5/30/00.
The BIOS build date is present in an y PC - com patible BIOS.