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Keysight M9484C VXG Security Manual

Keysight M9484C VXG Security Manual

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M9484C VXG
Signal Generator
This document describes instrument memory types and security features. It provides a statement regarding the volatility of all memory
types, and specifies the steps required to declassify an instrument through memory clearing, sanitization, or removal.
SECURITY GUIDE

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  • Page 1 M9484C VXG Signal Generator This document describes instrument memory types and security features. It provides a statement regarding the volatility of all memory types, and specifies the steps required to declassify an instrument through memory clearing, sanitization, or removal. SECURITY GUIDE...
  • Page 2 Notices DOCUMENT OR ANY INFORMATION commercial computer software or CONTAINED HEREIN. SHOULD commercial computer software KEYSIGHT AND THE USER HAVE A documentation. No additional © Keysight Technologies, Inc. SEPARATE WRITTEN AGREEMENT government requirements beyond 2022, 2023 WITH WARRANTY TERMS those set forth in the EULA shall...
  • Page 3 Documentation is updated periodically. For the latest information about this instrument, including firmware upgrades, application information, and product information, click the website link below. http://www.keysight.com/find/m9484c To receive the latest updates by email, subscribe to Keysight Email Updates at the following URL: http://www.keysight.com/find/MyKeysight Information on preventing analyzer damage can be found at: www.keysight.com/find/PreventingInstrumentRepair...

  • Page 5: Table Of Contents

    Contacting Keysight Sales and Service Offices ....... . . 11...
  • Page 6 Contents Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...

  • Page 7: Safety Information

    Keysight M9484C VXG Signal Generator Security Guide Safety Information The following safety precautions should be observed before using this product and any associated instrumentation. This product is intended for use by qualified personnel who recognize shock hazards and are familiar with the safety precautions required to avoid possible injury.
  • Page 8 In the event of a assembly exceeding the full temperature range, always allow the assembly to cool before touching or removing assemblies from chassis. Keysight products are designed for use with electrical signals that are rated Measurement Category I and Measurement Category II, as described in the International Electro-technical Commission (IEC) Standard IEC 60664.
  • Page 9 (note that selected parts should be purchased only through Keysight to maintain accuracy and functionality of the product). If you are unsure about the applicability of a replacement component, call an Keysight office for information.

  • Page 10: Product Markings

    Product Category: With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE directive Annex 1, this product is classified as “Monitoring and Control instrumentation” product. Do not dispose in domestic household waste. To return unwanted products, contact your local Keysight office, or for more information see http://about.keysight.com/en/companyinfo/environment/takeback.shtml...

  • Page 11: Contacting Keysight

    Keysight representative. In any correspondence or telephone conversation, refer to the instrument by its model number and full serial number. With this information, the Keysight representative can determine whether your unit is still within its warranty period.
  • Page 12 Safety Information Contacting Keysight Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...
  • Page 13 This document details the internal memory locations of the M9484C VXG. It describes instrument security features and the steps necessary to declassify the products through memory sanitization or removal.

  • Page 14: Memory Declassification Procedure

    “Clearing and Sanitization Matrix” in Section 5.2.5.5.5 of the ISFO Process Manual. Secure Erase Secure Erase is a term that is used to refer to either the clearing or sanitization features of Keysight instruments. Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...

  • Page 15: Product Memory Sanitization

    Memory Declassification Procedure Product Memory Sanitization Product Memory Sanitization Sanitization processes for the following Keysight product models are covered in this document: Instrument: — M9484C Microwave Signal Generator Assemblies: — M9044A Chassis Assembly — M9044A Frequency Reference — M9453A Direct Digital Synthesizer and Source Output —...

  • Page 16: M9484C Microwave Vector Signal Generator

    — The E: partition is reserve for Keysight’s use. The primary use of the E: drive is for housing the Calibration and Alignment data. Do not change or overwrite the files on this drive.
  • Page 17 Memory Erase Processes: To uninstall the PathWave instrument driver from the controller, perform the relevant procedure below. To erase: 1. Select Start > Control Panel > Programs and Features 4. Select Keysight PathWave Signal Generator 5. Select Uninstall Memory Type 2...
  • Page 18 M9484C Microwave Vector Signal Generator SSD Data Destruction Disk Keysight provides a removable Solid State Drive (SSD) for your M9484C VXG. If you order Y1127A along with your M9484C VXG, follow the instructions below. The SSD is mounted in a receptacle on the rear panel of the M9484C chassis and can be easily inserted or removed.
  • Page 19 Insert the SSD completely. 5. Tighten the screw to no more than 9 in-lbs. Firmware Updates To determine the currently installed instrument firmware version on the VXG, select the Triple-bar icon > Settings > Firmware Version. Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...
  • Page 20 If an instrument firmware update is required, the latest revision of the firmware can be found by going to: https://www.keysight.com/us/en/product/M9484C/m9484c.html and selecting the Drivers, Firmware, and Software tab. Instrument Security Information Information on the instrument security features and the instrument volatility can be found at: http://www.keysight.com/find/security Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...

  • Page 21: M9484C Detailed Memory Allocations

    Memory Size: 64 k Bit(x2) Memory Type: EEPROM (x2) Memory Function: PCIe fabric image for internal PCIe switch configuration. Contains no user data. User Modifiable? No Volatile? No Memory Erase Processes: None, this is not user accessible. Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...
  • Page 22 Memory Erase Processes: None, this is not user accessible. Memory Type 9 Memory Size: 2 k Bit Memory Type: EEPROM Memory Function: USB-C riser board identification information. User Modifiable? No Volatile? No Memory Erase Processes: None, this is not user accessible. Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...
  • Page 23 Memory Type 14 Memory Size: 5888 k Bit Memory Type: Flash Memory Function: Power controller FPGA firmware. Contains no user data. User Modifiable? No Volatile? No Memory Erase Processes: None, this is not user accessible. Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...
  • Page 24 Memory Erase Processes: None, this is not user accessible. Memory Type 19 Memory Size: N/A Memory Type: CPLD Memory Function: Backplane trigger routing. User Modifiable? No Volatile? No Memory Erase Processes: None, this is not user accessible. Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...

  • Page 25: M9044A Frequency Reference Assembly

    Memory Erase Processes: None, this is not user accessible. Memory Type 3 Memory Size: N/A Memory Type: FPGA Memory Function: Reference frequency, external reference lock. User Modifiable? Yes Volatile? Yes Memory Erase Processes: Cycle power Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...

  • Page 26: M9453A Direct Digital Synthesizer And Output Assembly

    Memory Function: Stores assembly model number, serial number, manufacturing number, PCB part and version numbers, and calibration and alignment data. User Modifiable? No Volatile? No Memory Erase Processes: None, this is not user accessible. Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...
  • Page 27 Memory Erase Processes: None, this is not user accessible. Memory Type 9 Memory Size: N/A Memory Type: FPGA Memory Function: 9 kHz to 8.5 GHz frequency start/stop/step, and power impairments. User Modifiable? Yes Volatile? Yes Memory Erase Processes: Cycle power Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...

  • Page 28: M9454A Upconverter (20 Ghz) Assembly

    Memory Erase Processes: None, this is not user accessible. Memory Type 3 Memory Size: N/A Memory Type: FPGA Memory Function: 8 to 20 GHz Frequency start/stop/step, power, impairments. User Modifiable? Yes Volatile? Yes Memory Erase Processes: Cycle power Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...

  • Page 29: M9455A Upconverter (54 Ghz) Assembly

    Memory Size: 256 M Bit Memory Type: Flash Memory Memory Function: Device firmware. Images can be changed during VXG software updates. User Modifiable? No Volatile? No Memory Erase Processes: None, this is not user accessible. Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...
  • Page 30 Memory Function: Stores assembly model number, serial number, manufacturing number, PCB part and version numbers, and calibration and alignment data. User Modifiable? No Volatile? No Memory Erase Processes: None, this is not user accessible. Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...

  • Page 31: M9032A System Sync Assembly

    Memory Erase Processes: Cycle power Memory Type 4 Memory Size: 1024 k Bit Memory Type: EEPROM Memory Function: Storage firmware and configuration data. User Modifiable? No Volatile? No Memory Erase Processes: None, this is not user accessible. Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...

  • Page 32: M9465A Analog Io Assembly

    Memory Erase Processes: Cycle power Memory Type 4 Memory Size: 1024 k Bit Memory Type: EEPROM Memory Function: Storage firmware. User Modifiable? No Volatile? No Memory Erase Processes: None, this is not user accessible. Keysight M9484C Signal Generator Security Guide...
  • Page 33 This information is subject to change without notice. © Keysight Technologies 2022-2023 Edition 1, January 2023 M9484-90003 www.keysight.com...

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