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Copyright Notice This document is copyrighted, 1997. All rights are reserved. The original manufacturer reserves the right to make improvements to the products described in this manual at any time without notice. No part of this manual may be reproduced, copied, translated or transmitted in any form or by any means without the prior written permission of the original manufacturer.
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Packing list Before you begin installing your module, make sure that the following materials have been shipped: • 1 PC/104 PCMCIA module • 1 user’s manual (this document) • 1 driver disk for Windows 3.1 • PC/104 module mounting supports If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor or sales representative immediately.
Chapter 1. PRODUCT OVERVIEW Introduction Until recently, the use of PCMCIA cards has been restricted to portable computers. Desktop systems rarely included a PCMCIA interface. If you use a portable computer with a PCMCIA slot, any programs or data you have on PCMCIA memory cards have to be copied to diskette before being transferred to your desktop PC, which can be both time consuming and inconvenient.
Common Specifications Power consumption (typical) • Voltage: 5 V • Operating voltage: 350 mA • Flash voltage: 450 mA Environmental specifications • Operating temperature: 0° C to 70° C • Storage temperature: -20° C to 85° C • Relative humidity: £ 90% Dimensions •...
The PCM-3110 model is ideal for users who require a PCMCIA interface where easy accessibility to the PCMCIA drive is not required. The PCMCIA slot on the PCM-3110 provides full support for all Type I, Type II and Type III PCMCIA memory, I/O and ATA hard disk cards.
Complies with PCMCIA v. 2.10 and JEIDA v.4.1 • Accepts Type I/II/III PCMCIA cards • 16-bit data bus • 80-pin mini connector connects to PCM-3110 • Single +5 V (@ 70 mA) power supply • Supports all the functions of the PCM-3110 PC/104 PCMCIA MODULE...
PCM-3115B The PCM-3115B model consists of a PC/104 (16-bit) interface module with two built-in PCMCIA card slots. The PC/104 interface module can be stacked with other PC/104 modules, mounted on a custom carrier board or stacked directly on a CPU card. Two PCMCIA slots are built into the interface board.
PCM-3110B The PCM-3110B model consists of a PC/104 (16-bit) interface module with one built-in PCMCIA card slot. The PC/104 interface module can be stacked with other PC/104 modules, mounted on a custom carrier board or stacked directly on a CPU card. The PCMCIA slot is built into the interface board.
PCM-3113 (to be used with PCM-3110B) The PCM-3113 is a PCMCIA reader/writer that fits in a 3.5” FDD bay and can be connected to the PCM-3110B with a 2 x 50-pin flat cable. It gives you a second PCMCIA slot with the convenience of mounting it on the front of your case for easy accessibility.
PC/104 PCMCIA Module Software All of the above models are bundled with your choice of one of the following PCMCIA software packages from SystemSoft Corporation: • Cardsoft 3.1 for DOS 5.0 or higher • CardWizard for Windows 3.1 or higher (default) •...
HARDWARE INSTALLATION Introduction As we have mentioned, there are six models in the PC/104 PCMCIA Module series: PCM-3110, PCM-3111, PCM-3115B, PCM-3110B, PCM-3113 and PCM-3114. The components and hardware installation procedures are different for all the models, and separate instructions are provided in this chapter.
Setting jumpers The PCM-3110, PCM-3115B and PCM-3110B requires you to set jumpers in order to configure the module for your specific application. A jumper consists of two metal pins and a small metal clip (often protected by a plastic cover) that slides over the pins to connect them, thus completing an electric circuit.
I/O Address: 3E0h/3E1h IRQ: Interrupt steering for the card status change interrupt JP2: External power connector Package Contents Checklist When you open your PCM-3110 for the first time, first check that all the following items are present: • One PCM-3110 PCMCIA module •...
PCM-3110 Jumper Settings The PCM-3110 includes one jumper JP1 that must be set before installation. These jumpers control the BIOS address: Read from Write to Boot ROM* Boot ROM The settings for JP1 are as follows: Close pins 1-2: Write data to Flash ROM (28C64)
Installation Procedure To install the PCM-3110 in your system, follow the instructions below. 1. Turn off the power to your PC and all peripherals connected to your system. 2. Open your system case. This procedure will vary according to the particular system you own and you should consult with the relevant user’s manual for details.
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PCM-3111 PCM-3110 PC/104 PCMCIA module PC/104 PCMCIA module D1 D2 D1 D2 C0 D0 C0 D0 B1 A1 B1 A1 Connect connectors J3 with 80-pin flat cable (align red line with pin 1) D1 LED: Battery LED (Yellow) D2 LED: Busy LED (Red)
PCM-3111 Hardware Installation Package Contents Checklist When you open your PCM-3111 for the first time, first check that all the following items are present: • One PCM-3111 PCMCIA module • Your choice of one of the following PCMCIA software packages from SystemSoft Corporation: Cardsoft 3.1 for DOS 5.0 or higher, CardWizard for Windows 3.1 or higher, CardWorks for Windows 95, Cardwizard-NT for Windows NT.
3. Install your PCM-3110 according to the directions in the previ- ous section. 4. Mount the PCM-3111 in your system as required. The PCM- 3111 cannot be used by itself;...
PCM-3115B Hardware Installation PCM-3115B 2-slot PC/104 PCMCIA module D1 D2 1 2 3 33 1 D1 LED: Busy LED (Red) D2 LED: Busy LED (Red) I/O Address: 3E0h/3E1h IRQ: Interrupt steering for the card status change interrupt Package Contents Checklist When you open your PCM-3115B for the first time, first check that all the following items are present: •...
PCM-3115B Jumper Settings The PCM-3115B includes two jumpers, JP1 and JP2, that must be set before installation. These jumpers control the BIOS address (Boot ROM function): Read from Boot ROM* Write Data to Boot ROM JP2 controls the ability to write data to the Boot ROM. Closing pins 2- 3 enables writing.
Installation Procedure To install the PCM-3115B in your system follow the instructions below. 1. Turn off the power to your PC and all peripherals connected to your system. 2. Open your system case. This procedure will vary according to the particular system you own and you should consult with the relevant user’s manual for details.
PCM-3110B Hardware Installation Package Contents Checklist When you open your PCM-3110B for the first time, first check that all the following items are present: • One PCM-3110B PCMCIA module • Your choice of one of the following PCMCIA software packages from SystemSoft Corporation: Cardsoft 3.1 for DOS 5.0 or higher, CardWizard for Windows 3.1 or higher, CardWorks for Windows 95, Cardwizard-NT for Windows NT.
PCM-3110B Jumper Settings The PCM-3110B includes two jumpers JP3 and JP4 that must be set before installation. These jumpers control the BIOS address: Read from Boot ROM* Write to Boot ROM JP4 controls the ability to write data to the Boot ROM. Closing pins 2- 3 enables writing.
Installation Procedure To install the PCM-3110B in your system follow the instructions below. 1. Turn off the power to your PC and all peripherals connected to your system. 2. Open your system case. This procedure will vary according to the particular system you own and you should consult with the relevant user’s manual for details.
PCM-3113 Hardware Installation Package Contents Checklist When you open your PCM-3113 for the first time, first check that all the following items are present: • One PCM-3113 PCMCIA module • 2 x 50-pin flat cable • Mounting screws • This user’s manual. If any of the above items is missing or appears to be damaged in any way, please consult with the dealer from whom you purchased your unit immediately.
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PCM-3113 PCM-3110B PCMCIA drive with 3.5” FDD form factor PC/104 PCMCIA module 1 2 3 50 49 50 49 50 49 50 49 33 1 Connect with 2 x 50-pin flat cable (align red line with pin 1) I/O Address: 3E0h/3E1h IRQ: Interrupt steering for the card status change interrupt PCM-3113 PCM-3110B...
Installation Procedure To install the PCM-3113 in your system follow the instructions below. 1. Turn off the power to your PC and all peripherals connected to your system. 2. Open your system case. This procedure will vary according to the particular system you own and you should consult with the relevant user’s manual for details.
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PCM-3114 PCM-3110B Dual FDD/PCMCIA combination drive PC/104 PCMCIA module 1 2 3 50 49 50 49 50 49 50 49 33 34 Power Connector 33 1 Connect with 2 x 50-pin flat cable (align red line with pin 1) I/O Address: 3E0h/3E1h IRQ: Interrupt steering for the card status change interrupt PCM-3114 PCM-3110B...
PCM-3114 Hardware Installation Package Contents Checklist When you open your PCM-3114 for the first time, first check that all the following items are present: • One PCM-3114 combination PCMCIA module and 3.5” FDD drive • 2 x 50-pin flat cable •...
Installation Procedure To install the PCM-3114 in your system follow the instructions below. 1. Turn off the power to your PC and all peripherals connected to your system. 2. Open your system case. This procedure will vary according to the particular system you own and you should consult with the relevant user’s manual for details.
Chapter 3. SOFTWARE INSTALLATION Introduction Your PC/104 PCMCIA Module is supplied with your choice of one of the following bundled software packages from SystemSoft Corpora- tion: • Cardsoft 3.1 for DOS 5.0 or higher • CardWizard for Windows 3.1 or higher & FTL •...
The software includes automatic installation programs which will make the necessary modifications to your CONFIG.SYS file to allow you to access your PCMCIA card slots. Please follow the instructions in this chapter carefully in order to ensure that the software is correctly installed.
SystemSoft CardSoft 3.1 & FFS Installation Guide 1. Install all cables to your PC/104 PCMCIA Module 2. Insert CardSoft 3.1 and FFS diskette into your floppy disk drive. Type install 3. Insure that your config.sys file appears as follows: DEVICE = C:\DOS\SETVER.EXE TYPE BY YOURSELF DEVICE = C:\DOS\HIMEM.SYS TYPE BY YOURSELF...
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d. When you use a PCMCIA drive with Boot ROM V. 2.0x with ATA HDD or ATA Flash cards, boot the system from drive C if the capacity of the card is greater than 15 MB. Boot from drive A if the the size of the PCMCIA card is less than 15 MB. e.
Installing CardWizard for Windows 3.1/3.11 CardWizard is a utility that assists with PCMCIA configuration and automatically diagnoses and resolves the most common PCMCIA and system problems. System Requirements The following items are the minimum requirements for CardWizard: • Windows 3.1/3.11 •...
From the Windows File Manager: 1. choose Run from the File menu. 2. type: A:\SETUP or select the A: drive then double click on SETUP.EXE file. CONFIG.SYS Menu Partitions If you wish to customize the handling of the CONFIG.SYS partitions, it is recommended that you choose Custom Installation.
EMM386 Exclusions The CardWizard Setup Utility looks for EMM386.EXE in the CONFIG.SYS file. If this driver is not in CONFIG.SYS, then the “EmmExclude=D000-D7FF” parameter is added in SYSTEM.INI to ensure that there are 32 KB of memory which can be used by CardWizard.
Installing CardWorks for Windows 95 CardWorks is a Windows 95 software suite that includes SystemSoft’s industry leading CardSoft & CardWizard PCMCIA card software to enhance the functionality of PCMCIA card technology in Windows 95. CardWorks is intended to make PCMCIA card use simple and straightforward, while affording the greatest compatibility in the computer industry.
Installing CardWizard-NT for Windows NT This release of CardWizard-NT for Windows NT requires “Windows NT version 4.0 Golden” or a later release of Window NT version 4.0. You MUST have administrator privileges in order to install CardWizard-NT for Windows NT. From the Start Menu, the Ex- plorer, or from a DOS prompt, run Setup.exe.
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Introduction SystemSoft’s CardWizard-NT is a Microsoft Windows NT applica- tion that creates a new standard for improving PC card ease of use. CardWizard-NT allows you to view PC card slots, trouble-shoot card configuration problems, resolve resource conflicts, receive notification of card activity and launch PC applications upon card insertion. CardWizard-NT features an expert system that addresses advanced configuration issues.
After you have installed PC/104 PCMCIA Module in your system, when using memory cards the drive letter of the first PCMCIA socket (the PCM-3110, PCM-3111 and PCM-3110B models have only one socket) will become the drive after the last hard disk drive. For ex-...
The memory card assignments when you install PC/104 PCMCIA Module devices is summarized as follows: Single PCM-3110: Assigned as socket 1 PCM-3110 and PCM-3111: PCM-3110 is socket 1 and PCM-3111 is socket 2 PCM-3115B: Bottom socket is socket 1, top socket is socket 2...
SRAM Card Beep Codes When you insert any kind of PCMCIA card into a socket you will hear an audible beep which will inform you of the status of the card. All PCMCIA cards have two types of audible message that tell you about the status of your card and your system: Single low pitched beep = Card not inserted properly, defective card, software improperly installed or, for SRAM cards, low battery...
Note that you must transfer the system using the format command and cannot use the SYS command to transfer the system to a pre-formatted SRAM card as you can with a floppy diskette. After transferring the system to the card with the FORMAT command, you must then copy the PC/104 PCMCIA Module drivers and the DOS files HIMEM.SYS and SETVER.EXE from your internal hard disk drive to the SRAM card.
Flash Memory Card Beep Codes The beep codes for Flash memory cards are the same as for SRAM cards: Single low pitched beep = Card not inserted properly, defective card, software improperly installed or, for SRAM cards, low battery Two high-pitched beeps (second has higher pitch than first) = Hardware and software is correctly installed and everything is working fine Formatting Flash Memory Cards The utility software that comes with your PC/104 PCMCIA Module...
Create and format a new partition. Drive Beg address End address Type Status Size 2097151 Free Unformatted 2048 K Which drive would you like to select? Drive = d Would you like to format entire card with FLASH(1) OR FTL(2) (1/2)? Erasing Flash Memory Cards If you cannot successfully complete formatting a Flash card, you must...
Your Flash card will be formatted and you may now proceed to read and write data to the card. Booting from Linear Flash Cards PCM-3110B and PCM-3115B provide you with the capability to boot from linear Flash cards. Booting from a linear Flash requires the following: •...
Installing M-Systems TrueFFS software 1. Insert the M-Systems TrueFFS installation diskette into your disk drive and make the disk drive active. 2. Type (we will assume that drive A contains the installation diskette) A>install 3. The installation program will prompt you for information about your system.
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3. Insure that the CONFIG.SYS file includes the following lines: DEVICE=A:\PCICSS.COM DEVICE=A:\TFFS.COM /WINDOW=D000 /DRIVE=C / SIZE=4096 4. Reboot your system and run your BIOS setup. Disable the IDE hard disk drive. This is usually done by pressing the Delete key immediately after your computer boots. Change the boot-up sequence to A, C which is usually found in the BIOS features setup menu.
Chapter 5. USING I/O CARDS Introduction Unlike SRAM and Flash memory cards, I/O (Input/Output) cards are not used to store data but are actually devices to perform some special function. I/O devices are instruments that control incoming and outgo- ing data flow. Traditional I/O devices for desktop PCs come in the form of interface cards that are plugged into the slots on the mainboard of the computer and include such devices as network cards, modems and fax modems.
I/O Card Beep Codes Just as with memory cards, when an I/O card is inserted in the PC/104 PCMCIA Module slot, an audible beep is issued to inform you of the status of the card. There are two kinds of audible message with I/O cards, which is: Single low pitched beep = Card not inserted properly, defective card, software improperly installed or, for SRAM cards, low battery...
When you insert a modem or fax/modem in a PC/104 PCMCIA Module slot, the following COM port assignments are made: • If no COM port is being used, the PCMCIA modem is automati- cally assigned to COM 1. • If COM 1 is being used, the PCMCIA modem is automatically assigned to COM 2.
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Using Intel’s PCMCIA Ethernet Card If you wish to use Intel’s PCMCIA ethernet card, it is necessary to make certain adjustments to ensure correct operation. Intel’s PCMCIA card comes with a complete software package which is installed on the hard disk drive. The Intel installation program will modify your CONFIG.SYS file and your AUTOEXEC.BAT files.
To do this, use any text editor to call up the CONFIG.SYS file and edit the statements as below: REM DEVICE=C:\CARDSOFT\SSVADEM.EXE REM DEVICE=C:\CARDSOFT\CS.EXE Adding the REM statement will disable these two lines. You could also delete these two statements completely, though adding REM ensures they are still there for reference in case you need to use them in the future.
Chapter 6. USING ATA DISK DRIVE CARDS Introduction PCMCIA ATA hard disk drives represent a major technological break- through in terms of portability and exchangeability of large amounts of data. Two main types are available: solid-state devices such as the Sundisk ATA card which is a Type II device and rotating media ATA hard disk drive cards which are Type III devices.
This signal tells you that the ATA card is working correctly. If you fail to hear this beep signal when you insert the card, this may indicate that the card is faulty or damaged. ATA HDD Drive Letter Assignments (Non bootable) The drive letter assigned to an ATA HDD card will depend on the configuration of your system.
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Example 2 If your system has two floppy drives and two hard disk drives both formatted into two partitions, the drive letter assignment when running CardSoft 3.1 will be as follows: • Floppy disk drive 1 - A: (no change) •...
Example 4 If your system has two floppy disk drives (A and B) and one hard disk drive with a single partition (C ), the drive letter assignments for your PC/104 PCMCIA Module drives under Cardwizard will be the following: •...
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Fixed Cylinders: 1008 Heads: <F1> - Help Physical Sectors/track: <ESC> - Quit Here are the parameters that were returned, examine them carefully to insure they match what was expected. Hit ENTER to accept and continue or <P> to prompt. [ENTER] 6.
Note When using an ATA HDD or ATA Flash card with Boot ROM v.2.0x, the size of the card determines whether it boots as drive A or drive C. If the card is less than 15 MB, it will boot as drive A and the floppy disk will become B;...
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1. Boot up from the ATA Flash card. 2. Disconnect the ATA Flash card by pulling it halfway out of the socket. 3. Insert any floppy diskette in the A: floppy disk drive. 4. At the DOS prompt, type A>DIR. The A: directory of the A: floppy disk drive will be displayed.
Appendix A PC/104 PCMCIA Module Pin Assignments PC/104 Bus Connectors (PCM-3110, 3110B, 3111, 3115B) The PC/104 PCMCIA Module PCM-3110, PCM-3111, PCM3115B and PCM-3110B all feature PC/104 bus connectors. These two con- nectors replace the “golden finger” edge connectors that are found on ISA or PCI-bus devices.
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80-Pin Flat Cable (PCM-3110 and PCM-3111) The PCM-3110 and PCM-3111 are connected together by using an 80- pin flat cable. When making the connection, make sure that pin 1 on PCM-3110 is connected to pin 1 on PCM-3111. ¬ PC/104 PCMCIA MODULE CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS...
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2x50-Pin Connectors (PCM-3110B, PCM-3113, PCM-3114) The PCM-3113 and PCM-3114 provides an additional PCMCIA drive with a 3.5” FDD form factor for customers that have purchased a PCM-3110B. The PCM-3114 also provides a 3.5” FDD drive. Con- nections with the PCM-3110B are made with 2 x 50-pin flat cables. JP2 JP1 JP1 JP2 PC/104 PCMCIA MODULE CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS...
FDD Cable and FDD Power connector (PCM-3114) The PCM-3114 combination 3.5” FDD/PCMCIA drive includes a 34- pin FDD cable and a 4-pin mini power connector for the 3.5” FDD. Connect the FDD cable to your computer’s main board and the power connector to your computer’s power supply.
Floppy drive connector Connector JP5 Signal Signal DENSITY SELECT INDEX MOTOR 0 DRIVE SELECT 1 DRIVE SELECT 0 MOTOR 1 DIRECTION STEP WRITE DATA WRITE GATE TRACK 0 WRITE PROTECT READ DATA HEAD SELECT DISK CHANGE Power Connector Connector JP3 Signal Signal PC/104 PCMCIA MODULE CONNECTOR PIN ASSIGNMENTS...
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Preface INTRODUCING PCMCIA CARDS Introduction If you are unfamiliar with PCMCIA cards, then we suggest you read this preface to gain an overall understanding of the various types and configurations before you attempt to install your PC/104 PCMCIA Module. If you have used PCMCIA cards before, it is not necessary to read this section and you should proceed directly to the main body of the manual.
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Type I Cards Memory cards for storing data. These include two main types - SRAM memory cards and Flash memory cards. Type II Cards Type II cards are I/O cards including modem cards, fax/modem cards, Ethernet LAN cards and solid-state ATA hard disk drive cards. Type III Cards Type III cards are ATA hard disk drive cards with rotating media.
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Formatting SRAM Cards The FAT System is the same as that used by standard floppy diskettes and hard disks and provides a straight forward option for uncompli- cated formatting. SRAM cards should always be formatted with the FAT system which will allow them to be used in exactly the same way as floppy diskettes with full read/write capability.
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What is PC/104? Introduction The PC/104 standard is a compact version of the IEEE P996 (PC and PC/AT) bus. The specifications were drafted for the unique require- ments of embedded systems and PC/104 is gaining wide acceptance in the field of industrial computing. There are 104 signal contacts on the two PC/104 bus connectors: P1 has 64 pins and P2 has 40 pins Advantages of PC/104 PC/104 has several advantages over conventional, i.e.
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