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6-port automotive gigabit ethernet switch
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User Manual UMAX141570
Version 2A
Firmware 2.xx
USER MANUAL
6-Port Automotive Gigabit Ethernet Switch
P/N: AX141570

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  • Page 1 User Manual UMAX141570 Version 2A Firmware 2.xx USER MANUAL 6-Port Automotive Gigabit Ethernet Switch P/N: AX141570...
  • Page 2 ACRONYMS Application Firmware Address Resolution Protocol Axiomatic BATT Battery Bit per second °C Celsius (degree) Channel Quality Indicator DSCP Differentiated Services Code Point Electromagnetic Interference IEEE Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers Gbps Gigabit per second Ground General Public License...
  • Page 3 Transmission Control Protocol Time-Domain Reflectometry Transmit/Receive Differential User Datagram Protocol Volt Volt Direct Current Width (for size) Windows UMAX141570...
  • Page 4 FIRMWARE UPDATE ...................... 25 6.1 Uploading New Firmware .................... 25 6.2 Applying New Firmware ....................26 DEVICE DISCOVERY ..................... 28 8.1 Axiomatic Discovery Application .................. 28 RS-232 INTERFACE ....................... 29 9.1 Main Menu ........................29 9.1.1 Show Configuration Parameters ................29 9.1.2 Change Configuration Parameters ................
  • Page 5 9.2.2 Show Application Firmware Information Record ............. 38 9.2.3 Check Flash Memory Chip ..................38 9.2.4 Reboot Device ......................38 10 TECHNICAL SPECIFICATIONS ..................39 10.1 Power Supply ......................39 10.2 Ethernet Switch ......................40 10.2.1 LED Indicators ......................40 10.2.2 RS-232 Port ......................
  • Page 6 INTRODUCTION The following user manual describes architecture and functionality of the 6-Port Automotive Gigabit Ethernet Switch. It also contains technical specifications of the device. The user manual is valid for application firmware with the same major version number as the user manual.
  • Page 7 DEVICE DESCRIPTION The 6-Port Automotive Gigabit Ethernet Switch is designed for industrial and automotive applications requiring high performance 100/1000BASE-T1 Ethernet switch functionality. Each switch port can be individually configured to support Master or Slave mode with 1Gbit/s or 100Mbit/s communication speed according to IEEE 802.3bp and IEEE 802.3bw standards. The Ethernet part of the switch is not configurable, resulting in unmanaged switch functionality.
  • Page 8 The device contains six independent Gigabit Automotive Ethernet ports: Port #1…#6, an auxiliary RS-232 port, a power enable input (PWREN), and a protected power supply. The power supply has Power LED indicator. It lights up when the device is powered, i.e. the power is applied to the switch and PWREN input is “On”.
  • Page 9 Virtual Cable Tester, and Firmware Update sections. 2.2.1.2 Network Discovery The device supports a proprietary Axiomatic discovery protocol. It allows to find the device IP address on the LAN using Axiomatic discovery application AxioDisc.exe. For more information, see Device Discovery section.
  • Page 10 DEVICE CONFIGURATION The device supports configuration over the internal website running on the device embedded web server. For security reasons, the device website can be accessed only through the switch Port #1. The device web access is also password protected The password protection was added in firmware V2.00.
  • Page 11 To protect the device from password guessing, the number of unsuccessful attempts to connect to the device is limited. Access to the device will be denied for several minutes upon reaching this limit. Also, for security reasons, the device web session will be automatically closed and the user logged out on the user’s inactivity.
  • Page 12 Figure 6. Tooltip for the “Auto Connect to Remote” Configuration Parameter 3.3 Changing Configuration Parameters All configuration parameters can be changed either on an individual basis through the Configuration web page or by using a configuration file on the System Settings web page The device configuration file support was added in firmware V2.00.
  • Page 13 The Save Settings button will save configuration parameters in non-volatile memory. Some changes will not be immediately applied and will require the device reboot. The Discard Changes button will bring back the original device settings on the webpage before they have been changed. In case the user leaves the page without saving, all changes will be also discarded.
  • Page 14 3.3.2 Network Configuration Network configuration parameters include the web server configuration, see Table 1. The converter MAC Address, shown on the home page, is a read-only parameter. Table 1. Network Configuration Parameters Configuration Default Value Range Description Parameter Automatic Address {No, Yes} Automatic Address assignment using Assignment...
  • Page 15 To save system configuration, the user should enter the system configuration file name in the Configuration File field and then press the Save Configuration button. The default system configuration file name is “AX141570.cfg”. The configuration file will be generated and saved in the Downloads location of the web browser, see Figure 11.
  • Page 16 Figure 11. Saving System Configuration 3.3.4.2 Loading System Configuration The user can restore system configuration from a configuration file. The configuration file will be processed, and configuration parameters updated during the file upload operation. To upload the device configuration file, the user should first select the configuration file by pressing the Browse…...
  • Page 17 For example, a syntax error in the SwitchPort2Mode configuration parameter, when instead of SwitchPort2Mode an incorrect SwitchPort2Mode* name is written, will result in the following error message, see Figure 13. Figure 13. Loading System Configuration File Alert Message. Error in Configuration File This message contains a file error number, an error description, and a line number where this error was found in the configuration file.
  • Page 18 3.3.4.3 Restoring Default Settings The user can restore the device to the factory default configuration by pressing the Restore Default Settings button on the System Settings page, see Figure 16. This operation complements the Set Defaults operation on the Configuration Web Page. The main difference is that the Restore Default Settings operation restores all device configuration parameters, not only the ones presented on the Configuration Web Page.
  • Page 19 Figure 19. ; Device Configuration File ; ------------------------- ; File format v1.00. Copyright (c) 2024 Axiomatic Technologies Corporation. [Info] ; This information group was automatically generated by the device. ; All configuration parameters in the device "Info" group are read-only.
  • Page 20 The [Info] configuration parameter group is automatically generated by the device for information purposes only. It contains read-only configuration parameters, is completely optional, and can be omitted if the file is prepared by the user. The [Controller] configuration parameter group does not have any configuration parameters in this version of the firmware.
  • Page 21 The result of the password update operation will be shown to the user in an alert message from the device web site after pressing the Change Password button, see Figure 22. Figure 21. Password Update Web Page Figure 22. Password Update Alert Message After the password has been changed successfully, the user will be automatically logged out and prompted to login again using the new password.
  • Page 22 DEVICE DIAGNOSTICS The user can see real-time diagnostic information on the Diagnostics web page of the device internal website. To see the Diagnostics page, Figure 23, the user should click on the Diagnostics link on the left side of the web page. Figure 23.
  • Page 23 If the Health Status is different from “Normal”, the user will see a verbose message on the Diagnostics web page below the Health Status describing which operational status is causing a problem. Figure 24. Health Status Message on PHY temperature error In case several operational statuses differ from “Normal”, all of them will be shown on the Diagnostics page.
  • Page 24 VIRTUAL CABLE TESTER The device has a virtual cable tester to check quality of the Ethernet switch cabling and to perform basic cable troubleshooting. It uses a time-domain reflectometry (TDR) test for testing cable integrity and a channel quality indicator (CQI) test to determine cable insertion and return losses in active Ethernet connections.
  • Page 25 Then the user selects the new firmware file using the Browse… button. The firmware file is provided by Axiomatic in a proprietary binary format with extension: .af. The file name should have the following format: AF-23024-X.XX.af, where the <X.XX> field...
  • Page 26 AF-23024-2.00.af file will be used for illustration of the firmware update process in this manual. When the file is selected, the user should press the Upload button. The user will see the dynamic message: “Loading…” in the bottom of the screen and then, if everything is in order, the converter will switch automatically to the Firmware Update page.
  • Page 27 Figure 30. Firmware Update Countdown Has Been Started Figure 31. Firmware Version Number After Flashing When the firmware is upgraded, all configuration parameters new to that version take default values. This is also true when the firmware is downgraded and then upgraded back again. For example, when the firmware is downgraded from V2.00 to V1.00, and then upgraded back to V2.00, the device password added in V2.00 will be reset to the default value.
  • Page 28 Part Number and Serial Number, see Figure 32. It also includes parameters specific to Axiomatic converters that are not defined for the switch: Device Port, and Device Port Type. These parameters are set to {DevPort=0, DevPortType=UDP} and should be ignored.
  • Page 29 RS-232 INTERFACE The RS-232 menu driven text user interface can be used as a local alternative to the device web interface for configuring, monitoring and controlling of the device. The user can also disable the device Ethernet Interface through the RS-232 port for cybersecurity reasons. 9.1 Main Menu After successful connection to PC using any type of terminal emulation software (TeraTerm is preferred, https://teratermproject.github.io/index-en.html), the user will see the main menu,...
  • Page 30 Figure 34. List of All Configuration Parameters 9.1.2 Change Configuration Parameters The user can change a configuration parameter by activating this menu item. A list of names of all updatable through RS-232 interface configuration parameters will be presented to the user, see Figure 35.
  • Page 31 9.1.3 Set Default Configuration Parameters The user can reset the device configuration parameters to their default values by activating this menu item and then confirming the decision by entering “Yes”, see Figure 37. Figure 37. Setting Default Configuration Parameters The default configuration parameters are applied immediately. No reboot is required. 9.1.4 Show Device Internal State This menu option shows the internal state of the device, see Figure 38.
  • Page 32 9.1.5 Reboot Device The device will be rebooted when the user activates this option. 9.1.6 Change Web Access Password The user can reset the web access password using this option, see Figure 39. The user will be prompted to enter and confirm the new password. The password should follow the password rules described in section Device Web Access of this document.
  • Page 33 Figure 41. Changing Download Directory in TeraTerm After entering the configuration file name, the user will be prompted to activate the YMODEM file receiving mode. In TeraTerm, in the main menu, go to File, Transfer, YMODEM, Receive…, see Figure 42. The device will generate and download the configuration file to the user’s PC immediately after the file receiving mode is activated.
  • Page 34 9.1.8 Load Configuration Parameters The user can load the device configuration parameters from a configuration file by activating this option. TeraTerm instructions will be provided on the screen, see Figure 43. Figure 43. Loading Device Configuration Parameters. Successful Result The device uses YMODEM protocol to upload the configuration file from the user’s PC to the device.
  • Page 35 9.1.9 Virtual Cable Tester This option will activate the device virtual cable tester. It will bring a cable test menu with two options, see Figure 46. Figure 46. Virtual Cable Test Menu All cable tests are performed by PHY chips on the Ethernet ports. The normal Ethernet communication will be disrupted during these tests.
  • Page 36 Figure 51. Figure 51. Selecting New Firmware The firmware file is provided by Axiomatic in a proprietary binary format with extension: .af. The file name should have the following format: AF-23024-X.XX.af, where the <X.XX> field wildcard reflects the firmware version number AF-23024-2.00.af file will be used for illustration of the firmware update process in this manual.
  • Page 37 Once uploading of the new firmware is done, it is checked and programmed into the microcontroller and the device is restarted. The uploading and programming processes are animated on the terminal screen. At the end of the firmware update, if no errors are encountered, the user will see the main menu of the new uploaded firmware, see Figure 52.
  • Page 38 9.2.2 Show Application Firmware Information Record This menu option is intended to show the user a description of the application firmware programmed into the microcontroller during the last firmware update, see Figure 53. Figure 53. Application Firmware Information Record The application firmware file name is only available when the firmware was updated through the web interface.
  • Page 39 All our products carry a limited warranty against defects in material and workmanship. Please refer to our Warranty, Application Limitations & Return Materials Process as described on https://www.axiomatic.com/service/. All specifications are typical at nominal input voltage and 25°C unless otherwise specified.
  • Page 40 . YMODEM for upload/ download configuration files Proprietary discovery protocol is supported by Axiomatic AxioDisc.exe Windows console application and CAN-ENET Software Support Package (SSP), P/N AX140910, v3.0.0+. Use any terminal emulation software, TeraTerm is preferred (free download from: https://teratermproject.github.io/index-en.html).
  • Page 41 M12 socket, 4-pin, D-coded, female connector, BINDER, P/N: 99-3732-201-04. Use D-coded mating connectors compliant with IEC 61076-2-101:2012. A mating cable is available from Axiomatic under P/N: AX070168 (Cable 2 m (6.5 ft.), 4-pin M12 D-coded, Unterminated Leads) Table 10. Ethernet Connector Pinout...
  • Page 42 (184.2 mm x 95.3 mm x 40.0 mm) See dimensional drawing Weight 1.41 lbs (0.64 kg) Compliance RoHS Directive 10.6 Housing Cast aluminum, anodized enclosure. Lexan overlay. For dimensional drawing, see Figure 54. Figure 54. Dimensional Drawing of AX141570 UMAX141570 Page: 42-48...
  • Page 43 Figure 55. Dimensional Drawing of AX070168 Figure 56. Dimensional Drawing of AX070169 UMAX141570 Page: 43-48...
  • Page 44 11 THIRD PARTY SOFTWARE LICENSE NOTICES This section contains Third Party Software License Notices and/or Additional Terms and Conditions for licensed third-party software components included in the switch firmware. Table 13. Third Party Software License Notices Third Party Software License Notice/Terms CMSIS This software component is provided to you as part of a software package v5.6.0...
  • Page 45 solely and exclusively on or in combination with a microcontroller or a microprocessor devices manufactured by or for STMicroelectronics. 5. No use, reproduction or redistribution of this software package partially or totally may be done in any manner that would subject this software package to any Open Source Terms (as defined below).
  • Page 46 SOFTWARE PACKAGE, EVEN IF ADVISED OF THE POSSIBILITY OF SUCH DAMAGE. EXCEPT AS EXPRESSLY PERMITTED HEREUNDER AND SUBJECT TO THE APPLICABLE LICENSING TERMS FOR ANY THIRD-PARTY SOFTWARE INCORPORATED IN THE SOFTWARE PACKAGE AND OPEN SOURCE TERMS AS APPLICABLE, NO LICENSE OR OTHER RIGHTS, WHETHER EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, ARE GRANTED UNDER ANY PATENT OR OTHER INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY RIGHTS OF STMICROELECTRONICS OR ANY THIRD PARTY.
  • Page 47 THE SOFTWARE IS PROVIDED "AS IS", WITHOUT WARRANTY OF ANY KIND, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING BUT NOT LIMITED TO THE WARRANTIES OF MERCHANTABILITY, FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE AND NONINFRINGEMENT. IN NO EVENT SHALL THE AUTHORS OR COPYRIGHT HOLDERS BE LIABLE FOR ANY CLAIM, DAMAGES OR OTHER LIABILITY, WHETHER IN AN ACTION OF CONTRACT, TORT OR OTHERWISE, ARISING FROM, OUT OF OR IN CONNECTION WITH THE SOFTWARE OR THE USE OR OTHER...
  • Page 48 12 VERSION HISTORY User Firmware Manual Date Author Modifications version Version • 2.xx November M Ejaz Added accessory cables and their drawings. • 26, 2024 Marketing review • 2.xx September Olek Added password protection on the web interface. 16, 2024 Bogush Added subsections: o Connecting to the Device in Device...
  • Page 49 Any inquiries should be sent to sales@axiomatic.com. Fan Drive Controllers SAFE USE Gateways, CAN/Modbus, RS-232 All products should be serviced by Axiomatic. Do not open the product and perform the service yourself. Gyroscopes, Inclinometers This product can expose you to chemicals which are known in the Hydraulic Valve Controllers State of California, USA to cause cancer and reproductive harm.