Memory; Memory List And Characteristics; Software; System Access - Kontron AdvancedMC AM4211 User Manual

3.3

Memory

The AM4211 has one memory channel connected to the Octeon processor. There is one SO-DIMM populated
in an SO-DIMM socket. The AM4211 accepts DDR3, SO-DIMM, registered or unregistered, ECC, x8 or x16, with
up to 2 ranks. The DDR3 channel supports data rates up to 1333Mhz. The maximum memory that the board
will accept is 32GB, although 8GB is the highest capacity tested to date.
Only use validated memory with this product. Thermal issues or other problems may arise if non-
recommended modules are used. At the time of publication of this user guide, the following memories have
been qualified and approved. As the memory market is volatile, this list is subject to change, please consult
your local technical support for an up to date list.
3.3.1

Memory List and Characteristics

Figure 3-1: Approved Memory List

Manufacturer Part Number
VL41B5263A-K9S
VL43B5263A-K9S
VL41B5663A-F8S
VL41B2863F-F8S
VR7PU127258GBDK
VL41B1G63A-K9S
3.4

Software

The AM4211 comes as a pre-installed system with all necessary OS, Filesystem, drivers and applications
factory-installed with default configurations.
Updating the Software with a new Operating System or applications or new versions is provided by a
dedicated update mechanism, which is described under the "Software Setup" section.
3.5

System Access

This section gives instructions for accessing the AM4211 using the Serial port via front plate connector.
3.5.1

Front Port Serial Connection

The OCTEON II processor's serial console can be accessed directly via the front port connector with the
appropriate cabling. The corresponding procedure is described below.
Description
4GB 1333MHz unbuffered (SO-UDIMM)
4GB 1333MHz registred (SO-RDIMM)
2GB 1066MHz unbuffered (SO-UDIMM)
1GB unbuffered (SO-UDIMM)
4GB Modular 1 1333MHz unbuffered (SO-UDIMM)
8GB 1333MHz unbuffered (SO-UDIMM)
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