ADLINK Technology PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series User Manual

ADLINK Technology PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series User Manual

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PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series
ADLINK PXIe Extension Kit
User's Manual
Manual Rev.:
Revision Date:
Part No:
Leading EDGE COMPUTING
2.1
Dec. 19, 2020
50-17050-1010

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  • Page 1 PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series ADLINK PXIe Extension Kit User’s Manual Manual Rev.: Revision Date: Dec. 19, 2020 Part No: 50-17050-1010 Leading EDGE COMPUTING...
  • Page 2 Leading EDGE COMPUTING Revision History Revision Release Date Description of Change(s) 2014-12-29 Initial release 2020-12-19 Added PXIe-8638D/P models.
  • Page 3 PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series Preface Copyright © 2020 ADLINK Technology Inc. This document contains proprietary information protected by copy- right. All rights are reserved. No part of this manual may be repro- duced by any mechanical, electronic, or other means in any form without prior written permission of the manufacturer.
  • Page 4 Leading EDGE COMPUTING California Proposition 65 Warning WARNING: This product can expose you to chemicals including acrylamide, arsenic, benzene, cadmium, Tris(1,3-dichloro-2-propyl)phosphate (TDCPP), 1,4-Diox- ane, formaldehyde, lead, DEHP, styrene, DINP, BBP, PVC, and vinyl materials, which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, and acrylamide, benzene, cadmium, lead, mercury, phthalates, toluene, DEHP, DIDP, DnHP, DBP, BBP, PVC, and vinyl materials, which are known to the State of California to cause...
  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series Table of Contents Preface ..................iii List of Figures ............... vii List of Tables................ix 1 Introduction ................ 1 Controlling a PXI Express System via PCI Express .... 1 Specifications............... 2 Features................3 Ordering Options ..............4 Applications ................. 4 PXI Platform Services Installation........
  • Page 6 Leading EDGE COMPUTING 3 Hardware Information............19 PCIe-8638 Layout, Connectors and Jumpers....19 PXIe-8638(D/P) Layout, Connectors and Jumpers.... 20 A Appendix: Troubleshooting (FAQ) ........23 Important Safety Instructions..........27 Getting Service ..............29...
  • Page 7: List Of Figures

    PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series List of Figures Figure 2-1: PCIe-8638 to Host PC Installation ........9 Figure 2-2: PXIe-8638(D) to PXI™ Chassis Installation Diagram..10 Figure 2-3: PXIe-8638D/P to PXI Chassis Installation Diagram ..11 Figure 2-4: PCIe x8 Cable Assembly ..........12 Figure 2-5: PC to PXIe Chassis ............
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  • Page 9: List Of Tables

    PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series List of Tables Table 1-1: Model Specifications............3 Table 1-2: PXIe-8638 Series Power Consumption ......3 Table 1-3: Ordering Options ............. 4 Table 2-1: PCIe-8638 to Host PC Installation Legend ...... 9 Table 3-1: PCIe-8638 Mechanical Layout Legend......19 Table 3-2: PCIe-8638 Connectors, Switches, and LEDs ....
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  • Page 11: Introduction

    PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series Introduction The PCIe-PXIe-8638 PCI Express to PXI Express extension kit pro- vides control of PXI Express modules installed in a PXIe chassis using high bandwidth PCI Express technology. The extension kit provides up to 4GB/s bandwidth using PCIe x8 Gen2 signaling. With...
  • Page 12: Specifications

    Leading EDGE COMPUTING 1.2 Specifications PCIe-8638 PXIe-8638 PXIe-8638D PXIe-8638P Format Low Profile Standard Profile PCI Express Base PXI-5 PXI Express Hardware Specification Compliance Specifications Rev. 2.0 Rev. 2.0 PXIe Low-profile Peripheral PCI Express PXI Express system module: Module Dimensions module 175 mm (W) x 107 mm (H) 175 mm (W) x 142(W) x...
  • Page 13: Features

    PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series PCIe-8638 PXIe-8638 PXIe-8638D PXIe-8638P Cable Length Up to 5 meters for Gen2 Operating 0°C to 55°C Temperature Storage -20°C to 70°C Temperature Relative 10% to 90%, non-condensing Humidity Table 1-1: Model Specifications Power Rail 12 V 3.3 V Typical Current 0.85 A...
  • Page 14: Ordering Options

    Leading EDGE COMPUTING 1.4 Ordering Options Product Description PXIe remote controller kit. PCIe-8638, PCIe-PXIe-8638/2M PXIe-8638, and 2m cable. PXIe remote controller kit. PCIe-8638, PCIe-PXIe-8638/5M PXIe-8638, and 5m cable. PXIe remote controller kit. PCIe-8638, PCIe-PXIe-8638D/2M PXIe-8638D, and 2m cable. PXIe remote controller kit. PCIe-8638, PCIe-PXIe-8638D/5M PXIe-8638D, and 5m cable.
  • Page 15: Pxi Platform Services Installation

    PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series 1.6 PXI Platform Services Installation It is recommended that ADLINK PXI Platform Services be down- loaded and installed prior to operation. See the ADLINK PXI Plat- form Services User’s Manual for more details. Introduction...
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  • Page 17: Getting Started

    PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series Getting Started Diagrams and images of equipment are for reference only. The actual system appearance may vary. NOTE: NOTE: 2.1 PCIe-PXIe-8638 Kit Package Contents PCI-8638 (PCI Express x8 host adapter for extension kit) PXIe-8638 Series (PXI Express remote controller)
  • Page 18: Installing The Pcie-8638 On A Host Computer

    Leading EDGE COMPUTING Do not apply power to damaged equipment. CAUTION: 2.3 Installing the PCIe-8638 on a Host Computer 1. Power-off the host computer. 2. Unscrew the housing of the host computer using a (cross-head or flat-head) screwdriver. Open the housing. ®...
  • Page 19: Figure 2-1: Pcie-8638 To Host Pc Installation

    PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series Figure 2-1: PCIe-8638 to Host PC Installation Item Description Industrial or desktop PC with PCI Express x8 slot PCIe-8638 (PCI Express host module) PCI Express x8 slot Table 2-1: PCIe-8638 to Host PC Installation Legend Getting Started...
  • Page 20: Pxie-8638 Series To Pxie Chassis Installation

    Leading EDGE COMPUTING 2.4 PXIe-8638 Series to PXIe Chassis Installation 2.4.1 PXIe-8638/D to PXIe Chassis Installation 1. Remove the cover panel of the system slot. 2. Locate the PXIe-8638/PXIe-8638D and remove it from its packaging. (Wear anti-static gloves and use an anti-static surface when handling the module).
  • Page 21: Pxie-8638P To Pxie Chassis Installation

    PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series 2.4.2 PXIe-8638P to PXIe Chassis Installation 1. Remove the cover panel of the peripheral slot assigned for connecting to an extension chassis based on applica- tion requirements. 2. Locate the PXIe-8638P and remove it from its packag- ing. (Wear anti-static gloves and use an anti-static sur- face when handling the module).
  • Page 22: Cabling The Host Computer To A Pxi Chassis

    Leading EDGE COMPUTING 2.5 Cabling the Host Computer to a PXI Chassis Connect the PCIe cable assembly between the PCIe-8638, PXIe-8638, PXIe-8638D, and/or PXIe-8638P. Removing the PCIe cable assembly after the system is powered on may cause system errors or data loss. If the cable is unplugged improperly, reconnect it and reboot CAUTION: the host PC and PXI chassis.
  • Page 23 PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series 3. In a multiple PXI Express chassis configuration, connect another cable assembly to the downlink port of the PXIe-8638D or external port of the PXIe-8638P installed into the first PXI Express chassis. Then, connect the other end of cable assembly to the external port of the PXIe-8638 or uplink port of the PXIe-8638D installed into the system slot of the next PXI Express chassis.
  • Page 24: Configuration Block Diagrams

    Leading EDGE COMPUTING 2.6 Configuration Block Diagrams 2.6.1 PC to PXIe Chassis Figure 2-5: PC to PXIe Chassis        Figure 2-6: PC to PXIe Chassis Block Diagram Getting Started...
  • Page 25: Pc To Pxie Chassis (Star Topology)

    PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series 2.6.2 PC to PXIe Chassis (Star Topology) Figure 2-7: PC to PXIe Chassis (Star Topology)                  ...
  • Page 26: Pc To Pxie Chassis (Daisy Chain Topology)

    Leading EDGE COMPUTING 2.6.3 PC to PXIe Chassis (Daisy Chain Topology) Figure 2-9: PC to PXIe Chassis (Daisy Chain Topology)             Figure 2-10: PC to PXIe Block Diagram (Daisy Chain Topology) Getting Started...
  • Page 27: Pxie To Pxie Chassis Connection

    PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series 2.6.4 PXIe to PXIe Chassis Connection  Figure 2-11: PXIe to PXIe Chassis Connection           Figure 2-12: PXIe to PXIe Chassis Connection Block Diagram Getting Started...
  • Page 28: Power On/Off Sequence

    Leading EDGE COMPUTING 2.7 Power On/Off Sequence To power-on the PCIe to PXIe Extension Kit: 1. Ensure that the extension cable is properly connected to the host PC and PXIe chassis. 2. In a single chassis configuraiton, power on the PXIe chassis.
  • Page 29: Hardware Information

    PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series Hardware Information 3.1 PCIe-8638 Layout, Connectors and Jumpers 1 2 3 4 Figure 3-1: PCIe-8638 Mechanical Layout PCIe x8 external downlink port PCIe x8 edge finger Table 3-1: PCIe-8638 Mechanical Layout Legend Connector/Switch/LED Description Off: No power STATUS LED...
  • Page 30: Pxie-8638(D/P) Layout, Connectors And Jumpers

    Leading EDGE COMPUTING 3.2 PXIe-8638(D/P) Layout, Connectors and Jumpers Figure 3-2: PXIe-8638 Mechanical Layout Figure 3-3: PXIe-8638D Mechanical Layout Hardware Information...
  • Page 31: Figure 3-4: Pxie-8638P Mechanical Layout

    PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series Figure 3-4: PXIe-8638P Mechanical Layout Connector/Jumper/LED Description PCIe x8 external uplink port PXIe x8 external downlink port Off: No power Orange: Power OK PWR/PRSNT LED Green: Device connected to uplink/downlink port is present LINK LED Off: No link (Link status between 0.5Hz Blinking: Link in PCIe Gen1 signaling...
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  • Page 33: A Appendix: Troubleshooting (Faq)

    PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series Appendix A Troubleshooting (FAQ) This chapter describes frequently asked questions to assist in solving problems that may be encountered. Question: What is the maximum extension length of the PCIe- PXIe-8638? Answer: ADLINK provides cable accessories for the PCIe-PXIe- 8638 in 2 and 5 meter lengths, with a maximum cable length between systems at 5 meters.
  • Page 34: Figure A-1: Bus Number Information Result

    Leading EDGE COMPUTING PCIe-PXIe-8638 and PXI Express chassis. If PCI bus num- bers are occupied, the system may not boot correctly, or devices will not be detected. Theoretically, PC systems implementing PCI Express can support up to 256 bus numbers. However, the maximum PCI bus numbers of many PC systems are frequently lim- ited by the system BIOS based on the system design or architecture.
  • Page 35 PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series Question: One or more modules in the PXI Express chassis con- nected via PCIe-PXIe-8638 are missing from Windows Device Manager. What is the best solution for this or other compatibility problems (like no boot)? Answer: Due to flexibility and the variety of systems with PCI...
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  • Page 37: Important Safety Instructions

    PCIe-PXIe-8638 Series Important Safety Instructions For user safety, please read and follow all instructions, Warnings, Cautions, and Notes marked in this manual and on the associated device before handling/operating the device, to avoid injury or damage. Read these safety instructions carefully.
  • Page 38 Leading EDGE COMPUTING A Lithium-type battery may be provided for uninterrupted backup or emergency power. Risk of explosion if battery is replaced with one of an incorrect type; please dispose of used batteries appropriately. CAUTION: The device must be serviced by authorized technicians when: The power cord or plug is damaged.
  • Page 39: Getting Service

    San Jose, CA 95138, USA Tel: +1-408-360-0200 Toll Free: +1-800-966-5200 (USA only) Fax: +1-408-360-0222 Email: info@adlinktech.com ADLINK Technology (China) Co., Ltd. 300 Fang Chun Rd., Zhangjiang Hi-Tech Park Pudong New Area, Shanghai, 201203 China Tel: +86-21-5132-8988 Fax: +86-21-5132-3588 Email: market@adlinktech.com ADLINK Technology GmbH Hans-Thoma-Straße 11...

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