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- Page 1 PC-HELPER PCI Bus Expansion Adapter for Low Profile PCI PC-Slot EAD(LPCI)SF User’s Manual CONTEC CO.,LTD.
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Page 2: Check Your Package
Check Your Package Thank you for purchasing the CONTEC product. The product consists of the items listed below. Check, with the following list, that your package is complete. If you discover damaged or missing items, contact your retailer. Product Configuration List - Expansion adapter board [BUS-PC(LPCI)SF] …1... -
Page 3: Copyright
No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means without prior written consent of CONTEC CO., LTD. CONTEC CO., LTD. makes no commitment to update or keep current the information contained in this document. The information in this document is subject to change without notice. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Step 3 Installing the expansion adapter board.................. 12 Step 4 Connecting the Cable ......................13 Connecting the connection cable to the BUS-PC(LPCI)SF............13 Connecting the connection cable to the Expansion Chassis ............. 13 Plugging the Power Cable ......................14 EAD(LPCI)SF... - Page 5 Checking the hardware in Windows..................20 Setup Troubleshooting........................22 Symptoms and Actions ......................22 If your problem cannot be resolved ................... 23 3. ABOUT HARDWARE Hardware specification ........................25 BUS-PC(LPCI)SF........................25 Restrictions and Notes ........................26 Replacing the Bracket........................ 26 EAD(LPCI)SF...
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Page 6: Before Using The Product
This chapter provides information you should know before using the product. About the Adapter The EAD(LPCI)SF is an expansion adapter that connects the optional expansion chassis [ECH(PCI)SF] to a PC to extend a PCI bus expansion slot in the PC, thereby providing additional PCI bus expansion slots. -
Page 7: Combinations Of Expansion Adapters And Expansion Chassis
The expansion adapters and expansion chassis can be used in the following combinations: Expansion chassis ECH(PCI)SF Expansion adapter -H2B -F2B -H4B -F4B -H4A -H7A -F7A -H13A -F13A EAD(CB)SF Ο Ο Ο Ο Ο EAD(LPCI)SF Ο Ο Ο Ο Ο Ο Ο Ο Ο EAD-SF-LPE ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○ ○... -
Page 8: Restrictions
EAD(LPCI)SF uses the switch fabric to extend the bus. The PCI boards plugged in PCI slots in the EAD(LPCI)SF are recognized if the switch fabric is recognized as the PCI-to-PCI bridge by the BIOS in the PC used. Ask the PC vendor for whether the BIOS recognizes the PCI-to-PCI bridge. -
Page 9: Customer Support
You can download updated driver software and differential files as well as sample programs available in several languages. Note! For product information Contact your retailer if you have any technical question about a CONTEC product or need its price, delivery time, or estimate information. Limited One Year Warranty CONTEC products are warranted by CONTEC CO., LTD. -
Page 10: Safety Precautions
WARNING indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, could WARNING result in death or serious injury. CAUTION indicates a potentially hazardous situation which, if not avoided, may CAUTION result in minor or moderate injury or in property damage. EAD(LPCI)SF... -
Page 11: Handling Precautions
Even when using the product continuously, be sure to read the manual and understand the contents. Do not modify this product. CONTEC will bear no responsibility for any problems, etc., resulting from modifying the product. Regardless of the foregoing statements, CONTEC is not liable for any damages whatsoever (including damages for loss of business profits) arising out of the use of or inability to use this CONTEC product or the information contained herein. -
Page 12: Environment
(3) Store the package at room temperature at a place free from direct sunlight, moisture, shock, vibration, magnetism, and static electricity. Disposal When disposing of the product, follow the disposal procedures stipulated under the relevant laws and municipal ordinances. EAD(LPCI)SF... - Page 13 1. Before Using the Product EAD(LPCI)SF...
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Page 14: Setup
ECH(PCI)SF-H4A/F7A/F13A as required. What is Setup? Setup means a series of steps to take before the product can be used. Taking the following steps in this chapter sets up the EAD(LPCI)SF. Step 1 Preparation Step 2 Installing the Expansion Board... -
Page 15: Items To Be Prepared
Even with the INF file not used, the expansion adapter works normally but is not displayed correctly in Device Manager. Download the INF file from the CONTEC’s Web site. The photo is of the EAD(LPCI)SF+ECH(PCI)SF-H4A but the check points are the same as with the ECH(PCI)SF-H2B/F2B/H4B/F4B/F7A/F13A. CAUTION When used in an environment susceptible to extraneous noise, UTP cables may cause link connection. -
Page 16: Names Of Major Parts
Both of the TX and RX LEDs remain on when the device is working normally. If they are blinking or off, see "Setup Troubleshooting. Step 2 Installing the Expansion Board Refer to the user’s manual for the expansion chassis to install the expansion board on the expansion chassis. EAD(LPCI)SF... -
Page 17: Step 3 Installing The Expansion Adapter Board
Otherwise, the board may malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure. Be sure to turn off the PC. Make sure that your PC or expansion chassis can supply ample power to all the boards installed. Insufficiently energized boards could malfunction, overheat, or cause a failure. EAD(LPCI)SF... -
Page 18: Step 4 Connecting The Cable
Refer to the user’s manual for the expansion chassis ECH(PCI)SF-H2B/F2B/H4B/F4B, ECH(PCI)SF-H4A/H7A/F7A/H13A/F13A to connect its connection cable to the expansion chassis. Connect the ECH(PCI)SF-H2B/F2B/H4B/F4B and ECH(PCI)SF-H4A/H7A/F7A/H13A/F13A to the expansion adapter EAD(LPCI)SF installed on the PC as shown below. EAD(LPCI)SF/EAD(CB)SF ECH(PCI)SF-H2B/F2B/H4B/F4B ECH(PCI)SF-H4A/H7A/F7A/H13A/F13A Figure 2.5. -
Page 19: Plugging The Power Cable
Do not plug or unplug any board into or from the expansion slot with the PC or expansion chassis powered. Doing so may result in a malfunction, overheating, fault. Be sure to turn off the PC or expansion chassis and unplug their power cables before plugging or unplugging any expansion board. EAD(LPCI)SF... -
Page 20: Step 5 Setup And Check
If you turn on the PC after turning it off, keep a time interval of at least 10 seconds in between. If the power OFF-to-ON interval is too short, the expansion chassis may fail to be turned on. EAD(LPCI)SF... -
Page 21: Setting Up The Hardware In Windows
When the INF file is not used (1) The “Add New Hardware Wizard” will be started. Select the “Install the software automatically [Recommended]” and then click on the “Next” button. * The name of the board you have just added is displayed. - EAD(LPCI)SF EAD(LPCI)SF... - Page 22 (2) INF file is not here, so the following screen is displayed. Select the “No, do not connect to the Internet now” and then click on the “Next” button. (3) Click on the “Finish” button and then complete the Hardware Wizard. EAD(LPCI)SF...
- Page 23 * The name of the board you have just added is displayed. - EAD(LPCI)SF (2) Specify the location of the file downloaded from the CONTEC's web site to register the board. * The name of the board you have just added is displayed. - EAD(LPCI)SF...
- Page 24 Windows Logo testing, and it can be ignored without developing any problem with the operation of the board. Here, push the “Continue Anyway” button. * The name of the PC board you have just added is displayed. - EAD(LPCI)SF Now, hardware has been installed. EAD(LPCI)SF...
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Page 25: Checking The Hardware In Windows
Five entries: ECH(PCI)SF-H13A/F13A CAUTION The expansion adapter EAD(LPCI)SF does not depend on the OS in use. When the INF file is not used If you install the expansion adapter without using the INF file, Device Manager looks as shown below. - Page 26 2. Setup When the INF file is used Two EAD(LPCI)SF are displayed as the device. Figure 2.7. Sample screen shot of Device Manager (When the INF file is used) EAD(LPCI)SF...
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Page 27: Setup Troubleshooting
2. Setup Setup Troubleshooting Please confirm followings when EAD(LPCI)SF does not work. Symptoms and Actions The chassis won’t be turned on. Make sure that the power cable has been connected correctly. b. Make sure that the power supplies of the PC and expansion chassis are on. -
Page 28: If Your Problem Cannot Be Resolved
When used in an environment susceptible to extraneous noise, UTP cables may cause link connection. It is advisable to use STP cables available on the market. The photo is of the EAD(LPCI)SF+ECH(PCI)SF-H4A but the check points are the same as with the ECH(PCI)SF-H2B/F2B/H4B/F4B/H7A/F7/H13A/F13A. - Page 29 2. Setup EAD(LPCI)SF...
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Page 30: About Hardware
Bundled connection cable STP-category, 5e straight cables 12m x 2 cables Weight 400g / cable Board Dimensions 121.69(L) [mm] The standard outside dimension(L) is the distance from the end of the board to the outer surface of the slot cover. EAD(LPCI)SF... -
Page 31: Restrictions And Notes
The replacing method is as follows : Standard size bracket - Remove the screws and replace it with the Standard size bracket. Low Profile size bracket Screws Use a standard screwdriver to attach and detach the screws. Figure 3.1. Replacing the Bracket EAD(LPCI)SF... - Page 32 3-9-31, Himesato, Nishiyodogawa-ku, Osaka 555-0025, Japan Japanese http://www.contec.co.jp/ English http://www.contec.com/ Chinese http://www.contec.com.cn/ No part of this document may be copied or reproduced in any form by any means without prior written consent of CONTEC CO., LTD. [02152013] [04212004] Management No. A-46-850 [02152013_rev3] PartsNo. LYDK312...