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Publication date:2011-03-23

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  • Page 1 Network Application Platforms Hardware platforms for next generation networking infrastructure FW-8756 User's Manual Publication date:2011-03-23 >>...
  • Page 2 Resource Website accordance with the instruction manual, may cause harmful interference to radio communications. Operation Lanner http://www.lannerinc.com of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required Product Resources http://assist.lannerinc.com to correct the interference at his own expense.
  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    TTaTTable of Contentsbeable of Conten Chapter 1: Introduction System Specification ......... . . 1 Package Contents .
  • Page 4: Chapter 1: Introduction

    Core2 Quad, Intel Core 2 Duo, and Intel Celeron. Technology DDR3 800/1066/1333 MHz The FW-8756 comes with 1 FE and 6 Gb Ethernet ports System Memory Max Capacity with three pair capable to be an abnormal state packet dual latch bypass (the newest Generation 3 bypass).
  • Page 5: Package Contents

    Ordering Your package contains the following items: STD 6GbE ports, with 3 pairs Information FW-8756B bypass & IPMI • FW-8756 Network Security Platform only used with 2.5” HDD • Power cable • 1 crossover Ethernet cable (1.8 meters) • 1 straight-through Ethernet cable (1.8 meters) •...
  • Page 6: Front Panel Features

    Using suitable RJ-45 cable, you can connect FW-8756 system to a computer, or to any other piece of equipment that has an Ethernet connection; for example, a hub or a switch. Moreover, 3 pair (LAN1-LAN2, LAN3-LAN4, LAN5-LAN6) can be configured as LAN Bypass when failure events occur.
  • Page 7: Rear Panel Features

    Chapter 1 Introduction Rear Panel Features R1 System Fan, CPU Fans 1, 2, 3 R2 Power-on Switch It is a switch to turn on or off the power. R3 AC Power-in socket It is a 200W ATX power supply unit with input range of 90~264V@47-63Hz. R4 Power Supply Fan Network Application Platforms...
  • Page 8: Chapter 2: Hardware Setup

    Unscrew the screws (three on each side and two on FW-8756: the rear) from the top cover of the FW-8756 System. Unscrew the 4 screws on the hard disk tray to take out Slide the cover backwards and open the cover the hard disk tray from the system.
  • Page 9: Installing A Compactflash Card

    3.5” HDD installation ( screw slots are on the bottom of the tray) The FW-8756 sever system is powered by the MB-8756 sever board, which comes with one ZIF type LGA775 CPU socket. Follow the procedures bellow for installing a CPU Remove the CPU socket cap.
  • Page 10: Riser Card Installation

    Chapter 2 Introduction Riser Card Installation Align the riser card with the PCI-E golden finger connector. Insert the card into the connector firmly. Fasten the screws to fix the card onto the board. Front Ethernet Module Installation To install the front Ethernet module, take off the front bezel first by unfastening the threaded screws at the bottom of the case.
  • Page 11: Chapter 3: Motherboard Information

    Chapter 3 Motherboard Information Chapter 3: Motherboard Information Block Diagram The block diagram depicts the relationships among the interfaces or modules on the motherboard. Please refer to the following figure for your motherboard’s layout design. Network Application Platforms...
  • Page 12: Motherboard Layout

    Chapter 3 Motherboard Information Motherboard Layout The motherboard layout shows the connectors and jumpers on the board. Refer to the following picture as a reference of the pin assignments and the internal connectors. Fan3 Fan 2 Fan 1 Fan 4 Connectors CPU Socket Fan5 Connector...
  • Page 13: Jumper Settings

    Chapter 3 Motherboard Information Jumper Settings Note: To configure your Hard disk using the integrated AHCI/RAID functionality, the Intel® ATX Power Connector(ATX1, ATX2): These 4-pin and Matrix Storage Manager software has to be 24-pin connectors are for connecting ATX power supply installed on your Operating System.
  • Page 14 Chapter 3 Function Pin No. Motherboard Information Ring Indicator Clear to Send Request to Send Data Set Ready CompactFlash Card Connector (CF1): It is for Clear CMOS jumper (J10): It is for clearing the connecting the CompactFlash Card. CMOS memory and system setup parameters by erasing the data stored in the CMOS RAM such as the system Mini-PCI Socket(CON6): It is for connecting Mini-PCI passwords.
  • Page 15 Chapter 3 Motherboard Information CPU Fan Connectors(CON4/CON1/CON2/CON3): The Pin No. Description Pin No. Description 4-pin connector is for connecting the CPU/System fans. +3.3V Connect CPU fan to CON1/CON2/CON4 and system fan to RESERVED CON3 to monitor the hardware thermal with the smart fan feature.
  • Page 16: Appendix A: Programming Watchdog Timer

    Appendix A Programming Watchdog Timer Appendix A: Programming Watchdog Timer A watchdog timer is a piece of hardware that can be used to automatically detect system anomalies and reset the processor in case there are any problems. Generally speaking, a watchdog timer is based on a counter that counts down from an initial value to zero.
  • Page 17: Appendix B: Setting Up Console Redirections

    Remote Client System. Configure the following settings in the BIOS Setup menu for FW-8756: BIOS > Advanced > Remote Access Configuration > Serial Port Mode > [115200, 8 , n ,1 ] Configure Console Redirection on the client system.
  • Page 18: Appendix C: Programming The Lcm

    After compiled, the executable programs (plcm_test, Test) and the driver (plcm_drv.ko or plcm_drv.o) will appear in the program’s folder. Note: The OS supported by Lanner LCM function include platforms based on Linux Kernel series 2.4.x and Linux Kernel series 2.6.x. Install #insmod plcm_drv.ko...
  • Page 19: Appendix D: Programming Lan Bypass

    “Normal” and another is “Bypass”. Lanner provides software for controlling the LAN Bypass function: Lanner ‘s Bypass Modules include WDT (Watch Dog Timer) controller and Bypass switch. Our Bypass Modules also include a software development kit that enables system designer to efficiently design systems to support bypass functionality.
  • Page 20: Appendix E: Driver Installation

    Appendix E Driver Installation Appendix E: Select the “I accept the terms in the license agreement” and then click Next. Driver Installation LAN Adapters Driver Installation This section provides the instructions on how to install Intel® Gigabit LAN adapter drivers. Windows Operating systems To install the Intel®...
  • Page 21: Linux

    Appendix E Driver Installation Linux To verify the LAN controller driver installation, do the following steps: Follow these instructions when installing the Intel® LAN 1. Right-click on the My Computer icon, and then select controller base driver for the Red Hat® and Linux operating Properties form the menu.
  • Page 22: Vga Driver Installation

    Appendix E Driver Installation VGA Driver Installation ifconfig eth<x> <IP_address> Verify that the interface works. Enter the following, This section provides the instructions on how to install where <IP_address> is the IP address for another VGA adapter drivers. machine on the same subnet as the interface that is being tested: Windows Operating systems ping <IP_address>...
  • Page 23: Appendix F: Terms And Conditions

    Appendix F Terms and Conditions Appendix F: RMA Service Terms and Conditions Requesting a RMA# To obtain a RMA number, simply fill out and fax the “RMA Request Form” to your supplier. Warranty Policy The customer is required to fill out the problem code as listed.
  • Page 24 Appendix F Terms and Conditions RMA Service Request Form When requesting RMA service, please fill out the following form. Without this form enclosed, your RMA cannot be processed. Reasons to Return: Repair(Please include failure details) RMA No: Testing Purpose Company: Contact Person: Phone No.

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