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Keysight M9021A
Gen 2, x8 PCIe Cable Interface Module Installation
Description
The M9021A provides a cabled PCIe link between the M9018A
chassis and an external host computer. It provides a very high
bandwidth serial link between the devices. This link is transparent to
computer applications and allows direct control of PXI and PXIe
modules.
Unpacking Instructions
Note: Keysight's PXI Modules are shipped in materials that prevent
static electricity damage. The modules should only be
removed from the packaging in an anti-static area ensuring that correct anti-static
precautions are taken. Store all modules in anti-static envelopes when not in use.
1. After unpacking the module, verify that all items listed on the packing list are included.
2. Inspect the module for shipping damage.
3. Save all packing material for storage or return shipment to Keysight.
Switch Settings
S201: Ensure that S201 is in the NC position.
S301: For applications, where the M9021A provides a cabled PCIe link between the M9018A
chassis and an external host computer, install the M9021A in the system slot (slot 1) of the
M9018A PXIe chassis. The two switches on S301 must be in the Target (right) position. This
is the default setting.
For connecting to a downstream RAID solution, such as the JMR mass storage, the M9021A
must be installed in a x8 hybrid slot (either slot 2, 6, 11, or 15) in the PXIe chassis. In this
case, both switches on S301 should be in the Host (left) position.
S301. Switches shown in
Target (default) position;
used when the M9021A is
installed in system slot (slot
1) of the M9018A chassis.
Move both switches to Host
(left) position for use with the
M9392A RAID array (but only
in a data streaming/storage
solution).
S201. Ensure that S201 is in the NC
position,
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Summary of Contents for Keysight Technologies M9021A
- Page 1 S301: For applications, where the M9021A provides a cabled PCIe link between the M9018A chassis and an external host computer, install the M9021A in the system slot (slot 1) of the M9018A PXIe chassis. The two switches on S301 must be in the Target (right) position. This is the default setting.
- Page 2 Installation in M9018A PXIe Chassis, Slot 1 When being used in the system slot (slot 1), the M9021A is only compatible with the Keysight M9018A PXIe chassis. The M9018A chassis backplane link configuration must be in 1x8 mode (default). The two switches on S301 must be in the Target (right) position. This is the default setting.
- Page 3 PCIe adapter, insert the cable connector into the cable port connector on the adapter until the cable locks in place. 6. Attach the other end of the cable to the JMR RAID array or to an M9021A installed in a cascaded M9018A chassis.
- Page 4 For More Information For operation of the M9021A PCIe Cable Interface card in the M9018A PXIe chassis, refer to the M9018A PXIe Chassis Startup Guide. This guide is included on the M9018A Product Reference CD. It is also available on the web.
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