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XMC Carrier Card with P16 Support VPX Switch Card USER’S MANUAL ACROMAG INCORPORATED 30765 South Wixom Road Wixom, MI 48393-2417 U.S.A. Tel: (248) 295-0310 Email: solutions@acromag.com Copyright 2020, Acromag, Inc., Printed in the USA. Data and specifications are subject to change without notice. 8501166A...
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Single-Slot 3U VPX Bus XMC Carrier Card/Switch Card Module The information contained in this manual is subject to change without notice. Acromag, Inc. makes no warranty of any kind with regard to this material, including, but not limited to, the implied warranties of merchantability and fitness for a particular purpose.
VPX4812A/4814A User’s Manual Single-Slot 3U VPX Bus XMC Carrier Card/Switch Card Module General Information ........................5 Key Features ............................. 5 Introduction ............................. 6 Module and Backplane Profiles ....................... 6 Build Levels ............................7 Ordering Information ........................8 Preparation For Use ......................... 9 Unpacking and Inspection ........................
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VPX4812A/4814A User’s Manual Single-Slot 3U VPX Bus XMC Carrier Card/Switch Card Module Environmental ..........................22 EMI/EMC Regulatory Compliance ....................23 11.0 Service and Repair ......................... 24 Service and Repair Assistance ......................24 Preliminary Service Procedure ....................... 24 Where to Get Help ......................... 24 Appendix A –...
I/O connections through the backplane. The VPX4812A supports up to four VPX Fat Pipe (x4) connections to other cards in the system at Gen 2.0 speeds. The VPX4812A can be used as a switch card allowing an upstream Fat Pipe or Double Fan Pipe connection –...
The VPX4812A has two primary functions that can be utilized in a VPX system simultaneously. 1. XMC Carrier Card – The VPX4812A supports a Double Fat Pipe (x8) connection from an XMC module to the on-board PCIe switch. The voltage used to power the XMC module can be toggled between 5V or 12V using a DIP switch located on the VPX4812A.
The VPX4814A disconnects the lower four PCIe lanes on P1 while retaining all of the XMC carrier card functionality of the VPX4812A. This allows it to be used as an XMC carrier card in a wider range of OpenVPX backplane profiles including profiles that contain Ethernet control plane interfaces on P1.
VPX4812A/4814A User’s Manual Single-Slot 3U VPX Bus XMC Carrier Card/Switch Card Module Ordering Information Available Models VPX4812A-LF VPX4812A Air-cooled Model VPX4812A-CC-LF VPX4812A Conduction-cooled Model VPX4812A-REDI-LF VPX4812A REDI Model VPX4814A-LF VPX4814A Air-cooled Model VPX4814A-CC-LF VPX4814A Conduction-cooled Model VPX4814A-REDI-LF VPX4814A REDI Model Acromag, Inc.
For repairs to a product damaged in shipment, refer to the Acromag Service Policy to obtain return instructions. It is suggested that salvageable shipping cartons and packing material be saved for future use in the event the product must be shipped.
PCIE_VPX_P15_TXN Note 1: These signals are unconnected on all VPX4814A models. RX is defined as a signal that is an input to the VPX4812A. TX is defined as a signal that is an output from the VPX4812A. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0310 - 12 - www.acromag.com...
VPX4812A/4814A User’s Manual Single-Slot 3U VPX Bus XMC Carrier Card/Switch Card Module Switch Settings The following describes the VPX4812A switches with their default positions and their functions. SW1 – Upstream Port Selection Switch Position Selected Upstream Port VPX Fat Pipe A (default)
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VPX4812A/4814A User’s Manual Single-Slot 3U VPX Bus XMC Carrier Card/Switch Card Module SW4-1:3 – Upstream NT Port Selection Switch Position Selected NT Upstream Port VPX Fat Pipe A VPX Fat Pipe B NT Mode Disabled (default) Note: In addition to the switch configuration, there are settings for the PEX8624 that must be programmed to the on- board EEPROM device to enable Non-Transparent Mode.
Front Panel Layout VPX4812A Front Panel On the front panel of air-cooled VPX4812A assemblies, there are 5 port status LED’s. The first four LED’s indicate the PCIe link status for each of the four Fat Pipe connections to other slots on the VPX backplane.
VPX4812A/4814A User’s Manual Single-Slot 3U VPX Bus XMC Carrier Card/Switch Card Module Handling Modules should be handled in ESD-safe work areas in order to prevent damage to sensitive components from electrostatic discharges. These areas must be designed and maintained to prevent ESD damage.
Single-Slot 3U VPX Bus XMC Carrier Card/Switch Card Module Installation IMPORTANT: The VPX4812A/VPX4814A has been specifically design for use with 3U VPX backplanes and my not be compatible with some 6U backplanes. Plugging the board into an unsupported 6U VPX backplane may cause permanent damage.
Unit Weight (REDI): 12.37 Oz (0.35 Kg) Front Panel VPX4812A-LF and VPX4814A-LF front panel is 1.0” based on VITA 48.1. Please contact factory for IEEE 1101.10 1.0” and 0.8” front panel options. Power Requirements The VPX4812A is aligned with the latest power distribution recommendations from VITA 65.0-2019 which states that Plug-In Modules should only use VS1 (12V), 3.3V_AUX, and VBAT as power inputs from...
SYSRST# signal is de-asserted, the on-board circuitry will be taken out of reset. The VPX4812A/VPX4814A contains an optional, configurable power-up reset delay circuit. If enabled, the circuit will assert the backplane SYSRST# signal for a configurable length of time determined by the configuration of SW6.
Environmental Caution The VPX4812A requires air-flow of at least 200 linear-feet/minute for the air cooled version, plus what is required for an XMC device installed on this module. If the conduction cooled version is operating on an extender card, it requires air-flow of at least 300 linear-feet/minute across it.
This module generates, uses, and can radiate electromagnetic energy. It may cause or be susceptible to EMI if not installed and used in a cabinet with adequate EMI protection. The VPX4812A/14A is designed using good EMC practices and, when used in a suitably EMC‐ compliant chassis, should maintain the compliance of the total system.
CAUTION: POWER MUST BE TURNED OFF BEFORE REMOVING OR INSERTING BOARDS Where to Get Help If the problem persists, the next step should be to visit the Acromag worldwide web site at http://www.acromag.com. Our web site contains the most up-to-date product and software information.
TRANS-V112 The TRANS-V112 is a development rear transition module for the VPX4812A and is used in backplanes that bring out the rear I/O signals from the VPX4812A. If you are using a custom backplane, you will not need the RTM.
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VPX4812A/4814A User’s Manual Single-Slot 3U VPX Bus XMC Carrier Card/Switch Card Module Switch Settings Orb ground is connected to digital (default) ground. Orb ground is isolated from digital ground. (ORBGND) Unused Unused Connectors RP1 Connector RP1 Wafer Unused Unused Unused...
VPX4812A/4814A User’s Manual Single-Slot 3U VPX Bus XMC Carrier Card/Switch Card Module Certificate of Volatility Certificate of Volatility Acromag Model Manufacturer: VPX4812A-LF Acromag, Inc. VPX4814A-LF 30765 Wixom Rd TRANS-V112-LF Wixom, MI 48393 Volatile Memory Does this product contain Volatile memory (i.e. Memory of whose contents are lost when power is removed) ■...
VPX4812A/4814A User’s Manual Single-Slot 3U VPX Bus XMC Carrier Card/Switch Card Module Revision History The following table shows the revision history for this document: Release Date Version EGR/DOC Description of Revision 07 MAY 2020 MDW/ARP Initial Acromag release. Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0310 - 30 - www.acromag.com...
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