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- Page 1 PC-HELPER PCI Bus Expansion Chassis Short size, 2-Slots, BLACK ECH-PCI-CE-H2B Long size, 2-Slots, BLACK ECH-PCI-CE-F2B Short size, 4-Slots, BLACK ECH-PCI-CE-H4B Short size, 4-Slots, BLACK ECH-PCI-CE-F4B User’s Manual CONTEC CO.,LTD.
- Page 2 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 chassis(Either the following)…1...
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Page 3: Copyright
All relevant issues have been considered in the preparation of this document. Should you notice an omission or any questionable item in this document, please feel free to notify CONTEC CO., LTD. Regardless of the foregoing statement, CONTEC assumes no responsibility for any errors that may appear in this document or for results obtained by the user as a result of using this product. -
Page 4: Table Of Contents
Connecting the AC Adapter......................15 Plugging the Power Cable ......................15 Step 4 Installing the expansion adapter board ..................16 Step 5 Setup and Check ........................16 Starting the system ......................... 16 Setting up the hardware in Windows .................... 17 ECH-PCI-CE-H2B, ECH-PCI-CE-F2B, ECH-PCI-CE-H4B, ECH-PCI-CE-F4B... - Page 5 Checking the hardware in Windows ....................17 Setup Troubleshooting...........................18 Symptoms and Actions........................18 ABOUT HARDWARE Hardware specification ..........................19 ECH-PCI-CE-H2B, ECH-PCI-CE-F2B, ECH-PCI-CE-H4B, ECH-PCI-CE-F4B...
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Page 6: Before Using The Product
This product is an expansion chassis that adds PCI bus slots to a PC. It can add PCI bus slots by connecting an optional expansion adapter (EAD-CE-LPE, EAD-CE-EC). The board that can be mounted is different depending on the model, ECH-PCI-CE-H2B, ECH-PCI-CE-H4B are short-type [176.5 (L) x 107 (H) mm] PCI boards and ECH-PCI-CE-F2B, ECH-PCI-CE-F4B are long-type [313.8 (L) x 107 (H) mm] PCI boards. -
Page 7: Expansion Adapter (Option)
EAD-CE-EC Expansion Adapter for PCI Express Slot EAD-CE-LPE Check the CONTEC’s Web site for more information on these expansion adapters. Combinations of Expansion Adapters and Expansion Chassis The expansion adapters and expansion chassis can be used in the following combinations:... -
Page 8: Restrictions
Video display board (VGA board) Board to connect a PCI bus expansion chassis Board explicitly stated not to be used with the PCI-to-PCI Bridge Some boards, even PCI-compliant ones, may not work depending on their specifications ECH-PCI-CE-H2B, ECH-PCI-CE-F2B, ECH-PCI-CE-H4B, ECH-PCI-CE-F4B... -
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
Failure to supply ample power to expansion boards could result in a malfunction, overheating, or fault. The ECH-PCI-CE-H2B must always be used standing vertically. Doing so may result in a malfunction, overheating, or fault. The external supply voltage or drive current must not exceed the rating. -
Page 11: Fcc Warning
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
(2) 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. ECH-PCI-CE-H2B, ECH-PCI-CE-F2B, ECH-PCI-CE-H4B, ECH-PCI-CE-F4B... - Page 13 1. Before Using the Product ECH-PCI-CE-H2B, ECH-PCI-CE-F2B, ECH-PCI-CE-H4B, ECH-PCI-CE-F4B...
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Page 14: Setup
Refer to the user’s manual for the expansion adapter EAD-CE-LPE, EAD-CE-EC 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 ECH-PCI-CE-H2B. Step 1 Preparation Step 2 Installing the Expansion Board... -
Page 15: Step 1 Preparation
2. Setup Step 1 Preparation Configuration image The photo is of the EAD-CE-EC+ECH-PCI-CE-H2B. Figure 2.1. Configuration image Items to be prepared Expansion adapter Expansion adapter card…(a), Connection Cable …(b) Expansion chassis This product(Chassis)…(c) [Picture is ECH(PCI)-PCI-CE-H2B.] AC adapter, Power cable (Bundled) -
Page 16: Names Of Major Parts
Connection cable Connecting AC adapter Connecting Figure 2.2. Names of major parts < ECH-PCI-CE-H2B/F2B > Setting Jumper The board mounted on the expansion chassis has a jumper. The jumper can be set to link the power systems. 1 : Linked to the power of the PC When the PC is turned on, the power of the expansion chassis also comes on. - Page 17 When the power receptacle inside the expansion chassis is connected, the power of the chassis comes on. 3 : Not linked When the power switch at the front of the expansion chassis is turned on, the power of the chassis comes on. Figure 2.5. Setting Jumper ECH-PCI-CE-H2B, ECH-PCI-CE-F2B, ECH-PCI-CE-H4B, ECH-PCI-CE-F4B...
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Page 18: Step 2 Installing The Expansion Board
(2) Remove one screw from the top of the rear panel, then remove the chassis cover by sliding it to the rear side (in the order of arrows 1 and 2). Cover The photo is of the ECH-PCI-CE-H2B. Figure 2.6. Installing the Expansion Board (3) Plug the expansion board into a PCI slot and fasten the bracket with the attached screw. -
Page 19: Step 3 Connecting The Cable
The interface connector is the leftmost connector on the rear panel of the expansion chassis. Picture is ECH-PCI-CE-H2B. Figure 2.7. Connecting the connection cable to this product CAUTION Do not plug the connection cable into any other connector as doing so can cause a fault. ECH-PCI-CE-H2B, ECH-PCI-CE-F2B, ECH-PCI-CE-H4B, ECH-PCI-CE-F4B... -
Page 20: Connecting The Ac Adapter
(1) Connect the AC adapter to this product and turn the AC adapter’s thumb screw to lock the AC adapter cable. Thumb screw The photo is of the ECH-PCI-CE-H2B. Figure 2.8. Connecting the AC Adapter (2) Plug the power cable into the AC adapter. -
Page 21: Step 4 Installing The Expansion Adapter Board
Use the switch, for example, to turn on only this product. CAUTION Do not turn on or off this product with the PC main unit powered. Doing so cancels the detection of the bus adapter. When turning this product on back, restart the PC main unit. ECH-PCI-CE-H2B, ECH-PCI-CE-F2B, ECH-PCI-CE-H4B, ECH-PCI-CE-F4B... -
Page 22: Setting Up The Hardware In Windows
You can use Device Manager to check whether this product has been identified in Windows. Device Manager shows “PCI standard PCI-to-PCI bridge” under “System devices”. Figure 2.9. Sample screen shot of Device Manager CAUTION The expansion chassis does not depend on the OS in use. ECH-PCI-CE-H2B, ECH-PCI-CE-F2B, ECH-PCI-CE-H4B, ECH-PCI-CE-F4B... -
Page 23: Setup Troubleshooting
2. Setup Setup Troubleshooting Please confirm followings when the ECH-PCI-CE-H2B 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 AC adapter has been connected correctly. -
Page 24: About Hardware
Cable length of AC 1.2m adapter AC cable 1.8m with 2P ground Weight of AC adapter 0.9 kg *1: The sum of +5VDC and +3.3VDC must not exceed 35W. *2: AC input line voltage range: 90 - 264VAC ECH-PCI-CE-H2B, ECH-PCI-CE-F2B, ECH-PCI-CE-H4B, ECH-PCI-CE-F4B... - Page 25 None CAUTION The power supply and cooling fan in the ECH-PCI-CE-H2B are consumables, requiring replacement after use for a certain period of time. Although each of the parts should be replaced after use for the following period of time in principle, the life may be shortened depending on the operating environment.
- Page 26 3. About Hardware Figure 3.1. Outside Dimensions < ECH-PCI-CE-H2B > Figure 3.2. Outside Dimensions < ECH-PCI-CE-F2B > CAUTION When using this chassis, keep it at least 20mm away from any object such as the wall for cooling purposes. ECH-PCI-CE-H2B, ECH-PCI-CE-F2B, ECH-PCI-CE-H4B, ECH-PCI-CE-F4B...
- Page 27 3. About Hardware Figure 3.3. Outside Dimensions < ECH-PCI-CE-H4B > Figure 3.4. Outside Dimensions < ECH-PCI-CE-F4B > CAUTION When using this chassis, keep it at least 20mm away from any object such as the wall for cooling purposes. ECH-PCI-CE-H2B, ECH-PCI-CE-F2B, ECH-PCI-CE-H4B, ECH-PCI-CE-F4B...
- Page 28 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. [06262009] [08232007] Management No. A-51-493 [06262009_rev3] Parts No.