Teledyne T3-16 User Manual

Summit T3-16
PCI Express Protocol Analyzer

Quick Start

1

Introduction

Use this document for quick installation and setup.

If you experience problems or need more information, see the Summit T3-16 User Manual on the Installation CD or at the
Teledyne LeCroy web site.

2

Components

The analyzer package includes the following components:

• Summit T3-16 analyzer box

• AC Power Cable

• USB and Ethernet cables

•PETrac e r Software program CD-ROM

Depending on configuration, the package may also include:

• One (for x8 recording) or two (for x16 recording) probe
cables

• Slot interposer

• MidBus Probe kit

Please see the Summit T3-16 User Manual on the
installation CD for component specifications and further
details.

Summit T3-16 Protocol Analyzer

3

Unpacking the Analyzer

Inspect the received shipping container for any damage. Unpack the container and account for each of the system
components listed on the accompanying packing list. Visually inspect each component for absence of damage.

In the event of damage, notify the shipper and Teledyne LeCroy. Retain all shipping materials for shipper’s inspection.

4

Front Panel Description

The Analyzer has the following features on the front:

[1] Power Switch (black): 1 = On and 0 = Off.
[2] LCD Menus: Allows you to configure Summit T3-16 and view

status.

[3] Navigation Buttons: Navigate through the LCD menu.
[4] Speed LEDs: Indicate speed setting the analyzer is using for

each traffic direction.

[5] UPSTREAM [15:8] and UPSTREAM [7:0] connectors:

Connection to the probe for the capture of upstream direction
of the link.

[6] DOWNSTREAM [15:8] and DOWNSTREAM [7:0]

connectors: Connection to the probe for the capture of

downstream direction of the link.

[7] Trigger IN and Out: Provide external trigger capabilities. You

can configure Summit T3 to trigger external equipment using
Trigger Out. You can use Trigger In to trigger the Analyzer
from another device.

[8] USB Type B Host Machine Connector: To connect the

Analyzer to the host machine using a USB connection.

[9] Ethernet Port: 1 GIGE Connectivity allows connection to the

analyzer through an Ethernet network.

[10] Expansion Slot: CATC Sync Expansion Card to use the

Teledyne LeCroy CrossSync application.

LCD Menus

The Summit T3-16 has a front LCD panel that displays the
computer name that is currently connected to the system, the unit
serial number, and the current network configuration. If no
computer is connected to the unit, the LCD panel displays

Available.

The LCD panel also allows you to configure network settings for
the analyzer. Use the Up and Down keypad buttons to cycle
through the menu. Press the Center button to select.

Setup Static or Dynamic IP Mode

1. Use the Up and Down buttons to navigate to the
Set IP Configuration menu.

2. Press the Center button to start the setup.

3. Use the Up and Down buttons to select Static or Dynamic
IP configuration.

4. If you select the Static IP network configuration, you must
specify the IP address, Subnet mask, and Gateway. Use the
Up and Down buttons to navigate to the IP address, Subnet
mask, or Gateway.

5. Press the Center button to enter edit mode.

6. In edit mode, use the Left and Right buttons to move the
blinking cursor to any digit.

7. Use the Up and Down buttons to modify the digit.

8. After finishing modifications to the IP address, Subnet mask,
or Gateway, press the Center button to return to the menu.

9. After you specify the IP address, Subnet mask, and Gateway,
use the Up and Down buttons to navigate to the Accept and
Reboot menu item. Press the Center button to apply the new
settings and restart the analyzer.

Note: To cancel your modifications, select the
Cancel Changes menu item.

Warning Do not open the enclosure. No operator serviceable

parts are inside.

5

Rear Panel Description

The rear panel of the Analyzer has:

Wide-range AC Connector Module

• Power socket

• Enclosed 5.0 A 250 V fuse

6

Interposers and Probes

Gen3 Slot Interposer

The Gen3 Slot Interposer is designed for use with the
Summit T3-16 Analyzer and supports lane widths from
x1 to x16 at data rates of 2.5 GT/s (Gen1),

5.0 GT/s (Gen2), or 8.0 GT/s (Gen3). A separate interposer
is used for each lane width that you would like to probe.
Lane reducers should NOT be used with the Gen3 Slot
Interposer. For lane widths up to x8, one Analyzer Y-cable
is required. For x16 applications, two Analyzer Y-cables are
required.

Expansion Slot: Future use

Warning! For continued protection against fire, replace fuse

only with the type and rating specified above.

Warning Interposer has static-sensitive components.

Handle only at static-safe work stations.

Gen3 MidBus Probe

The Gen3 MidBus Probe is designed for use with the
Summit T3-16 Analyzer and supports lane widths from
x1 to x16 at data rates of 2.5 GT/s (Gen1),

5.0 GT/s (Gen2), or 8.0 GT/s (Gen3).