GE GBX24 Hardware Reference Manual
GE GBX24 Hardware Reference Manual

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GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch
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  • Page 1 Intelligent Platforms           Hardware Reference Manual GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Edition 2 Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 2 Rev 4 Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment (WEEE) Returns GE Intelligent Platforms Limited is registered with an approved Producer Compliance Scheme (PCS) and, subject to suitable contractual arrangements being in place, will ensure WEEE is processed in accordance with the requirements of the WEEE Directive.
  • Page 3: About This Manual

     and   respectively.  NOTE When describing transfer rates, “k”, “M” and “G” mean *10 , *10 and *10 not *2 , *2 and *2 Multiple bit fields are numbered from 0 to n, where 0 is the LSB and n is the MSB.  Text Signal names ending with a tilde (~) denote active low signals; all other signals are  active high.  Filenames are shown in bold, e.g. apps/code.exe.  When showing user interaction on a terminal, messages from the system are shown  in courier typeface, i.e. messages, and user input is shown in bold courier typeface,  i.e. user input. The symbol “↵” is used to represent the ‘↵’, ‘enter’, ‘return’ etc.  key on the keyboard.  Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 About this Manual 3...
  • Page 4: Further Information

    GE Intelligent Platforms Documents This document is distributed via CD‐ROM and the internet. The CD‐ROM allows  privileged access to an Internet resource containing the latest updated documents.  Alternatively, you may register for access to all manuals via the website whose link  is given overleaf.  LINKS I/O Modules Manual, publication number RT5154. GBX24 BIT Software Reference Manual, publication number GBXBIT-0HL. Getting Started with the Switch Management Software Application Note, publication number SWMANSW-AN1. Third Party Documents Due to the complexity of some of the parts used on the GBX24, it is not possible to  include all the detailed data on all such devices in this manual. A list of the  specifications and data sheets that provide additional information follows: ...
  • Page 5 Registration may be required for access to these specifications. GE Web Site Information regarding all GE Intelligent Platforms (GEIP) products can be found on  the following website:  LINK http://www.ge-ip.com/products/family/embedded-systems/ Third Party Web Sites Manufacturers of many of the devices used on the GBX24 maintain FTP or web sites.  Some useful sites are:  http://www.vita.com for VITA and ANSI/VITA standards.  http://www.ieee.com for IEEE standards.  http://www.pcisig.org for PCI Bus standards.  NOTE Registration may be required for access to standards. Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 About this Manual 5...
  • Page 6 Technical assistance contact details can be found on the web site Support Locator  page. The appropriate location is headed “DSP, SBCs, Multiprocessors and Graphics  (formerly Radstone)”.  LINK http://www.ge-ip.com/support/embeddedsupport/locator. Queries will be logged on the Technical Support database and allocated a unique  Service Request (SR) number for use in future correspondence.  Alternatively, you may also contact GE Intelligent Platforms’ Technical Support via:  LINK support.towcester.ip@ge.com TELEPHONE +44 (0) 1327 322760 Returns If you need to return a product, there is a Return Materials Authorization (RMA)  request form that can be printed out and filled in, available via the web site Repairs  page.  LINK http://www.ge-ip.com/support/embeddedsupport/rmalocator. Follow the “Download RMA Request Form (Word Doc)” hyperlink under “DSP, SBCs,  Multiprocessors and Graphics (Formerly Radstone)”.  Do not return products without first contacting the factory.    6 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 7: Table Of Contents

    3.3.2 Board Configuration (J15)...................................18 4 • Installation and Power Up........................19 4.1 Board Installation Notes.................................. 19 4.2 Connecting to GBX24..................................20 4.2.1 Serial Connection to a Terminal/HyperTerminal (COM1/2)......................20 4.2.2 Out-of-band Ethernet Service Port (MNG)............................20 4.2.3 Copper Switched 10/100/1000BaseT Ethernet Ports........................21 4.2.4 Optional Fiber Switched Ethernet Ports ...............................21...
  • Page 8 A.4 Environmental Specifications ............................... 41 A.5 Mechanical Specification................................42 A.5.1 Dimensions........................................42 A.5.2 Weight..........................................43 A.6 Product Code Information................................44 A.6.1 Software Support......................................44 A.6.2 I/O Modules ........................................45 Glossary................................46 Index ..................................47   8 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 9 Table A-2 Power Requirements................................. 39 Table A-3 Reliability (MTBF)..................................40 Table A-4 Convection-cooled Environmental Specifications...................... 41 Table A-5 Conduction-cooled Environmental Specifications ..................... 41 Table A-6 Spray-cooled Environmental Specification........................41 Table A-7 Product Codes....................................44   Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 List of Tables 9...
  • Page 10 List of Figures Figure 1-1 GBX24 Front (metalwork removed for clarity)......................12 Figure 1-2 GBX24 Rear (metalwork removed for clarity) ......................12 Figure 1-3 ESD Label (Present on Board Packaging) ........................14 Figure 2-1 Box Contents ....................................15 Figure 2-2 Product Label (Packaging) ..............................16 Figure 2-3 Product Label (Product)................................
  • Page 11: Introduction

    The GBX24 incorporates advanced management software allowing guaranteed  bandwidth per port or per VLAN. Port aggregation allows multiple ports to act as a  single trunk, or provides redundant ports for reliability within your network.  The Gigabit switch uses store‐and‐forward switching architecture that filters and  forwards data after the complete data packet is received and examined to be free of  errors. Front panel LEDs allow for easy recognition of the switch operation status  and for troubleshooting.  All Gigabit ports support both full and half duplex operation, which can provide up  to 2000 Mbps of bandwidth to the connected devices, with auto‐negotiation  providing the capability to connect to 10/100/1000 Mbps network devices. The  GBX24 also supports back‐pressure and IEEE 802.3x advanced flow control  capability, which can reduce congestion and prevent packet loss.  In addition, all ports support the MDI/MDI‐X auto‐detect function. This allows  connection of any device (including embedded Ethernet adapters and  Switches/Hubs) to the port of this switch using the regular cable, with the RJ‐45 port  auto‐detecting and auto‐switching to MDI/MDI‐X mode without requiring an uplink  port or cross‐over cable.  The GBX24 is fully integrated and provides management software. As standard, the  GBX24 incorporates Built‐In‐Test (BIT), which provides extensive and configurable  testing of the GBX24 hardware.  The GBX24 provides maximum throughput and flexibility for demanding networks,  with all the layer 3 features you expect. The rugged GBX24 is ideal as a backbone for  a gigabit server or as the robust core of a demanding, all‐gigabit network.  The GBX24 layer 3/4 managed Gigabit switch provides both layer 2 and layer 3  switching functionality. Its high‐performance design offers a comprehensive set of  features:  • Switching: Port trunking, broadcast storm protection, extensive VLAN support,  IGMP snooping, Rapid Spanning Tree and link aggregation  • Quality of Service: DiffServ and bandwidth provisioning  The GBX24 is available in a range of build styles, from Level 1 (Standard), suitable  for a benign office‐like environment, right through to Level 5 (Rugged Conduction‐ cooled), capable of withstanding the harshest of environments.  Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 Introduction 11...
  • Page 12: Figure 1-1 Gbx24 Front (Metalwork Removed For Clarity)

    Figure 1-1 GBX24 Front (metalwork removed for clarity) Figure 1-2 GBX24 Rear (metalwork removed for clarity) 12 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 13: Safety Notices

    1.1.2 Backplane Requirements CAUTION Only use the GBX24 in backplanes that supply power on both the J1 and J2 connectors. Use of backplanes that supply power on the J1 connector only may cause excessive current to be drawn through the power pins 1.1.3 EMI/EMC Regulatory Compliance...
  • Page 14: Cooling

    1.1.4 Cooling CAUTION The GBX24 requires air-flow of at least 300 feet/minute for build levels 1 and 2, and at least 600 feet/minute for build level 3. 1.1.5 Laser The GBX24 uses a Class 1 laser in its provision of Fiber ports.  WARNING Class 1 laser product. Invisible laser radiation may be emitted from the connector aperture when no fiber cable is fitted, avoid exposure by not looking into the open aperture.
  • Page 15: Unpacking

    2 • Unpacking On receipt of the shipping container, if there is any evidence of physical damage, the  Terms and Conditions of Sale (provided with your delivery) give information on  what to do. If you need to return the product, contact your local GEIP Sales Office or  Agent.  The board is sealed into an antistatic bag and housed in a padded cardboard box.  Failure to use the correct packaging when storing or shipping the board may  invalidate the warranty.  2.1 Box Contents Checklist Figure 2-1 Box Contents 1. GBX24 in antistatic packaging.  2. Manual CD‐ROM (design may vary).  3. Embedded Software License Agreement (GFJ‐353).  Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 Unpacking 15...
  • Page 16: Identifying Your Board

    2.2 Identifying Your Board The GBX24 is identified by labels at strategic positions. These can be cross‐checked  against the Advice Note provided with your delivery.  Identification labels, similar to the example shown in Figure 2‐2, attached to the  shipping box and the antistatic bag give identical information: GBX24 product code,  product description, equipment number and board revision.  Figure 2-2 Product Label (Packaging) On the board within the antistatic bag, there is an identifying label similar to the  example shown in Figure 2‐3 attached to the PCB.  Figure 2-3 Product Label (Product) On conduction‐cooled versions of the board (build levels 4 and 5), there is also a  label similar to the example shown in Figure 2‐4 attached to the front panel.  Figure 2-4 Product Label (Conduction-cooled Product) See the Product Code Information section in Appendix A for more details on the  product code (GBX24‐xxxxx).    16 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 17: Configuration

    This will provide a reliable connection under heavy shock and vibration conditions and further prevent oxidation of the connection due to moisture ingress. Figure 3-1 Link Positions Figure 3‐1 shows standard 2.54 mm pitch headers for general use.  This manual refers to jumper settings as In or Out. Meanings are as follows:  In = jumper fitted ‐    Out = jumper not fitted ‐    3.2 Inspection The GBX24 is shipped from the factory with no configuration jumpers fitted.  Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 Configuration 17...
  • Page 18: Link Descriptions

    7 and 8 Reset affecting any other boards in the system When the GBX24 is used in a two-board configuration as a 48-port switch, this 9 and 10 Slave selects whether the board is the Master (jumper fitted) or Slave (no jumper fitted)
  • Page 19: Installation And Power Up

    The GBX24 may require up to 9 A from a 5 V power supply within VMEbus  Specification limits (+5 V +5 % ‐2.5 %). The ±12 V supply lines (VMEbus ±12 V +5 %  ‐2.5 %) are not used.  CAUTION Do not operate the GBX24 on an extender card. The GBX24 paddle card uses differential pair impedance matched tracking that is not found on typical extender cards. 4.1 Board Installation Notes 1. Air‐cooled versions of the GBX24 have an injector/ejector handle to ensure that  the backplane connectors mate properly with the backplane. The captive screws ...
  • Page 20: Connecting To Gbx24

    4.2 Connecting to GBX24 The GBX24 is factory configured to provide Gigabit Ethernet switching straight out  of the box. As with other Ethernet devices, connections can be made and broken as  required while the system is operational. Full software configuration is possible;  however this is not necessary for proving initial operation.  NOTE Full functionality is only possible after the GBX24 has been fully booted-up. Apart from providing switch ports, the GBX24 also has two COM ports for direct  switch access, and an out‐of‐band Ethernet service port.  4.2.1 Serial Connection to a Terminal/HyperTerminal (COM1/2) The GBX24 has two EIA232 COM ports, both of which are configured as DTE. The  ports are used for the following purposes:  COM1  Management Software Command Line interface and BIT interface.  COM2  BIT fail interface (not required during normal operation).  The ports are configured to 9600 baud, 8 bits/character, 1 stop bit and no parity,  which should be reflected in the terminal/terminal emulation software, together with  VT100 mode and flow control off. Since the COM ports are Tx/Rx only, any  handshaking options should also be turned off. COM1/COM2 are available on P2 ...
  • Page 21: Copper Switched 10/100/1000Baset Ethernet Ports

    This connection may be routed via a 10BTX600 breakout panel, in which case a further RJ-45 to RJ-45 straight-through patch cable for 10BaseT is required. One cable connects the management port to the 10BTX600 and the other connects the 10BTX600 to the network. Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 Installation and Power Up 21...
  • Page 22: Figure 4-1 Quick Start I/O Module Set-Up

    Figure 4‐1 shows how to connect the relevant parts for ease of getting started.  The I/O Modules manual contains more details on fitting backplane modules.  LINK I/O Modules Manual, publication number RT5154. Figure 4-1 Quick Start I/O Module Set-up 22 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 23: System Set-Up

    In a development environment, minimize the number of network connections and avoid connecting the switch to the main network. 4.4 Power-up As the GBX24 runs through its boot sequence, the LEDs light, and the serial terminal  should display the initialization progress. See the LEDs section for more details.  The software interface is introduced in the Getting Started with the Switch  Management Software application note.  LINK Getting Started with the Switch Management Software Application Note, publication number SWMANSW-AN1.   Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 Installation and Power Up 23...
  • Page 24: Functional Description

    Supports port aggregation (IEEE802.1V and IEEE802.1Q) for trunking and  redundant links  • Full VLAN tagging and configuration  • Auto‐learning of 16000 MAC addresses  • Store‐and‐Forward architecture, and full wire speed filtering and forwarding rate  • Optional four 1000BaseLX or 1000BaseSX optical ports (IEEE802.3Z)  • Complies with the IEEE802.3 Ethernet, IEEE802.3u Fast Ethernet and IEEE  802.3ab Gigabit Ethernet Standard (Gigabit over copper)  • Rapid (IEEE802.1W) and Multiple (IEEE802.3S) spanning tree  • Twenty four 10/100/1000 Mbps Gigabit switching ports  • Enhanced auto‐negotiation of speed, duplex, media type, and cable type  • Standard VME 6U form factor  • Full support with the GEIP Product Lifetime Management scheme  • Port mirroring support  • IGMP snooping support  • Configuration through Web interface  24 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 25: Figure 5-1 Block Diagram

    Figure 5-1 Block Diagram Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 Functional Description 25...
  • Page 26: Hardware Reset Configuration

    BIT Fail LED is extinguished and the BIT Pass LED is illuminated. For more details  of BIT software functionality, see the GBX24 BIT manual.  LINKS GBX24 BIT Software Reference Manual, publication number GBXBIT-0HL. NOTE During BIT, only the power and BIT LEDs are meaningful. Once BIT completes, the BIT LEDs keep their states until a board reboot occurs. Figure 5-2 BIT, MNG and CPU LEDs 5.4.2 MNG and CPU LEDs...
  • Page 27: Gigabit Switch Leds

    5.4.3 Gigabit Switch LEDs Each LED (24 in total) corresponds to a port (the number of which is shown on the  air‐cooled front panel), as shown in Figure 5‐3.  The LEDs, which all have the same meaning, can be used to quickly diagnose a port  link failure, but for full diagnostics, use the Ethernet interface or serial terminal.  Table 5‐2 shows the LED meanings.  Table 5-2 Gigabit Switch LEDs Name Color Flashing Green Gigabit Ethernet link P1 to P24 Port activity No link Yellow 10/100 Ethernet link Figure 5-3 Gigabit Switch LEDs Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 Functional Description 27...
  • Page 28: Rear Leds

    +5VSTANDBY DS305 Amber JTAG PPC/PLD DS306 Amber JTAG DS309 Amber Miscellaneous 2 DS310 Amber Miscellaneous 1 DS311 Amber Miscellaneous 0 DS312 Blue Miscellaneous 3 Figure 5-4 Rear LED Positions 28 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 29: Front Panel

    5.5 Front Panel 5.5.1 Air-cooled GBX24 LEDs See the LEDs section.  Optical Fiber As build options, the GBX24 can be provided with four 1000BaseSX or 1000BaseLX  Ports optical fiber ports. These replace ‘copper’ ports 9, 11, 15 and 17.  If an optical fiber option is not selected, a front panel without the appropriate  optics slots is fitted.  Reset Switch A centre‐biased, momentary action reset switch is fitted. Moving the switch to the  ‘RST’ position provides a board reset.  Serial Comms See the P25 Connector section.  Port 5.5.2 Conduction-cooled GBX24 The LEDs are visible from the front of the conduction‐cooled GBX24. See the LEDs  section for more details.  NOTE On-board optics can be made available on build levels 4 and 5 on request. However, see the section Product Code Information in Appendix A for caveats.
  • Page 30: Connectors

    Board configuration hardware links (see section RS232 COM1/2 header RS232 COM1/2 9-way D-type J600, J601, J602 Optional optical expander board interface (rear of PWB) Figure 6-1 Front Connector Positions and Numbering   30 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 31: Vmebus Connectors

    Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved Reserved -12V +5V STDBY +12V Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 Connectors 31...
  • Page 32: P0 Connector

    GP17~(3) GP16~(3) GP15~(3) MNG_TX GP14(3) GP14(2) GP14(1) GP14(0) MNG_TX~ GP14~(3) GP14~(2) GP14~(1) GP14~(0) MNG_RX MNG_RX~ COM1_TXD COM1_RXD BIT_PASS NOTE A Type B P0 connector is required for full operation. 32 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 33: P2 Connector

    GP4~(2) GP3(0) GP3~(0) Reserved GP3(1) GP4(3) GP3(2) Reserved GP3~(1) GP4~(3) GP3~(2) GP3(3) Reserved GP2(0) GP2(1) GP3~(3) Reserved GP2~(0) GP2~(1) GP1(0) GP1~(0) Reserved GP2(2) GP2(3) GP1(1) Reserved GP2~(2) GP2~(3) GP1~(1) GP1(2) GP1(3) GP1~(2) GP1~(3) a. Optional. Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 Connectors 33...
  • Page 34: Signal Descriptions

    Non-standard option. NOTE The GBX24 will not disrupt, in any way, the VME-defined signals in a standard VME backplane. These signals are not connected internally on the GBX24. Ethernet ports GP9, GP11, GP15 and GP17 are disabled when the front panel optics are fitted.
  • Page 35: J10 Header (10/100Baset Management Ethernet Port)

    6.3 J11 Header (RTC +5V Standby Supply Input) An optional +5V standby supply to the real‐time clock can be input on these pins,  which duplicate the P1 connections.  Table 6-7 J11 Pin Assignments Signal +5V_STDBY 6.4 J13 Header (PLD Programming) NOTE This header allows JTAG programming of the PLD.  Table 6-8 J13 Pin Assignments Signal Signal TRST~ +3.3V AUTOWRITE The Flash AUTOWRITE signal allows direct control of the Flash write‐enable pin.  Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 Connectors 35...
  • Page 36: J14 Header (Board Debug)

    COM1_RXD COM2_RXD COM2_TXD GEIP does not supply a cable for connection to this header. However, a suitable cable  may be constructed using RS Components parts 495‐8290 (crimp locking terminal)  and 495‐8391 (2.54 mm housing block, 2 x 3‐way) or equivalent.  6.7 P25 Connector (COM1/COM2 Serial Ports) This 9‐way micro D‐type connector provides RS232 COM1/COM2. It is only fitted on  build levels 1 to 3.  Table 6-11 P25 Pin Assignments Signal Signal Unused COM1_RXD COM1_TXD Unused COM2_RXD COM2_TXD Unused   36 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 37: J600 To J602 Connectors (Oxb Connectors)

    6.8 J600 to J602 Connectors (OXB Connectors) These provide the connection to the optional expander mezzanine. If the mezzanine  is not fitted, neither are the connectors.  Figure 6-2 Rear Connector Positions and Numbering   Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 Connectors 37...
  • Page 38: A • Specifications

    LC multi-sourced connector CPU core: 300 MHz Motorola PowerPC PCI bus: PCI 2.2 compatible (66 MHz 32-bit). Not 33 MHz compatible On-board Resources: SDRAM: 128 Mbytes (66 MHz) Flash: 128 Mbytes 38 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 39: Electrical Specification

    Power‐supplies and ground are shared between the connectors.  CAUTION Only use the GBX24 in backplanes that supply power on both the J1 and J2 connectors. Use of backplanes that supply power on the J1 connector only may cause excessive current to be drawn through the power pins.
  • Page 40: Reliability (Mtbf)

    18 680 Airborne Rotary Wing 55°C Space Flight 30°C 2.91438 3.18804 343 126 313 672 61.143 16 355 Missile Flight 45°C 146.3959 6831 Missile Launch 55°C The predictions are carried out using MIL‐HDBK‐217F Notices 1 and 2, parts count  method. To complement the 217 failure rates, some manufacturers’ data is included  where appropriate; πQ values have been modified according to industry practice.  40 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 41: Environmental Specifications

    20 to 2000 Hz component case 11 ms duration 10 cycles, with a flat response tempeature 240 hours to 1000 Hz. Storage: -50 to 6 dB/Octave roll-off +100 from 1000 to 2000 Hz   Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 Specifications 41...
  • Page 42: Mechanical Specification

    A.5 Mechanical Specification A.5.1 Dimensions The air‐cooled GBX24 is constructed on a multi‐layer double Eurocard and conforms  to the dimensions specified in the ANSI/VITA 1‐1994 specification. The dimensions  shown below are in millimeters, with inches (in parentheses) for general guidance  only.  NOTE Optical cable connector protrusion adds a further 50 mm (2”) to the dimensions shown below. Figure A-3 Air-cooled Dimensions 42 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 43: Weight

    The Conduction‐cooled GBX24 is constructed on a multi‐layer double Eurocard and  conforms to the dimensions specified in the IEEE 1101.2. The dimensions shown  below are in millimeters, with inches (in parentheses) for general guidance only.  Figure A-4 Conduction-cooled Dimensions A.5.2 Weight The approximate weight of the board is:  Levels 1 to 3 = 875 g  Levels 4 and 5 = 1080 g  Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 Specifications 43...
  • Page 44: Product Code Information

    The above table represents the available codes/variants at the time of writing. Contact GEIP or your nearest Sales representative for details of the latest codes/variants. A.6.1 Software Support As standard, the GBX24 incorporates Built‐In‐Test (BIT), which provides extensive  testing for proven reliability. The switch management software, which gives full  control over all of the intelligent GBX24 features, is optional although recommended.  Software maintenance for these products is available as follows:  GBX24SWBIT‐1M – BIT maintenance.  GBX24SWLVL7‐1M – Fastpath Switch Management Software maintenance.  44 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 45: I/O Modules

    A.6.2 I/O Modules For use with chassis, GEIP offers backplane modules to convert the condensed P2  and P0 pinouts to industry‐standard formats, plus 3U breakout panels offering a  variety of industry standard connectors such as Serial I/O. Internal cables and a basic  set of external cables are available. These backplane and breakout modules are  intended for development use in a benign environment, and so are only available in  level 1 or 2 build standards. The backplane module for the GBX24 is the GBX24PIO.  For more details on the I/O modules, see the I/O modules manual.  LINK I/O Modules Manual, publication number RT5154.     Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 Specifications 45...
  • Page 46: Glossary

    This glossary only features terms special to this manual. Explanations of more general terms can be found in the Glossary, publication number GLOS1. GEIP GE Intelligent Platforms.  MDI-X The GBX24 uses MDI‐X, but it automatically adjusts for a MDI‐X link partner.  (Crossover) A PHY connects a link layer device (often called a MAC) to a physical medium such as an optical  fiber or copper cable.  RJ-45 An 8‐pin connector used for connecting CAT5 cable to a data transmissions device.  VLAN OSI Layer 3 VLANs are also available, based on protocol features.    46 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 47: Index

    Introduction..............11  OXB ................37  P0................32  P1................31  JTAG  P2................33  Connector..............35  P25................36  Mode Select..............18  Positions and Pin Numbering ......30, 37  Jumpers ........See Configuration (Link)  Signal Descriptions ..........34  VMEbus..............31  Cooling ..............14, 41  Label ................16  Laser ................14  LEDs ................26  Dimensions ..............42  Links ...........See Configuration  Documentation Conventions ........3  Mechanical Specification ..........42  MTBF ................40  Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2 Index 47...
  • Page 48 Serial Ports ..... See P0, P2 & P25 Connectors,  ..............I/O Modules  Connection ...............20  Service Port ..See P0, J10 Connectors, I/O Modules  Connection ...............20  Shock................41  Size .................42  Software Support ............44  Specifications ..............38  Electrical ..............39  Environmental............41  Mechanical ...............42  Technical ..............38  Storage Environment...........41  Switched Ethernet Ports..........21  System Set‐up ...............23    48 GBX24 VME 24 Port Gigabit Ethernet Switch Publication No. GBX24-0HH/2...
  • Page 49: Additional Resources

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