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Model 6676
ForeFront Xtreme
Chassis Assembly
User Guide
Sales Office:
+1 (301) 975-1000
Technical Support:
+1 (301) 975-1007
E-mail:
support@patton.com
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Document Number: 120031U Rev. C
Part Number: 07M6676
Revised: December 17, 2004

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  • Page 1 Model 6676 ForeFront Xtreme Chassis Assembly User Guide Sales Office: +1 (301) 975-1000 Technical Support: +1 (301) 975-1007 E-mail: support@patton.com URL: www.patton.com Document Number: 120031U Rev. C Part Number: 07M6676 Revised: December 17, 2004...
  • Page 2 Patton Electronics Company, Inc. 7622 Rickenbacker Drive Gaithersburg, MD 20879 USA tel: +1 (301) 975-1000 fax: +1 (301) 869-9293 support: +1 (301) 975-1007 url: www.patton.com e-mail: support@patton.com Copyright Statement Copyright © 2003–2004, Patton Electronics Company. All rights reserved. Trademark Statement The terms ForeFront and ForeFront Xtreme are trademarks of Patton Electronics Com- pany.

  • Page 3: Table Of Contents

    Power input and power supply specifications ....................24 Fan tray specifications .............................24 Installation checklist ............................. 25 6U quick set-up checklist............................27 Power cable installation ...........................28 Installing the power cables .........................28 Grounding the Model 6676 ........................29 3 Maintenance..............................31 Preventive Maintenance............................33 Cleaning the fan filter .............................33...
  • Page 4 Contents Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide Troubleshooting ..............................33 System won’t power up ...........................33 Contacting Patton for assistance ........................35 Introduction ................................37 Contact information..............................37 Service ................................37 Warranty Service and Returned Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs)..............37 Warranty coverage ............................38 Out-of-warranty service ..........................38...

  • Page 5: Contents

    Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide Contents P....................................44 .................................44 PCI SIG ................................44 PICMG ................................44 Platform ................................44 ....................................44 SELV ................................44 S-HAZ ................................44 Shroud ................................44 ...................................44 ................................44 ................................44 ...................................45 ..................................45 ..................................45 Warm-Swap ..............................45 Bibliography ..............................47 Publications referenced in this...
  • Page 6 Contents Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide...

  • Page 7: Compliance Information

    The Model 6676 ForeFront Xtreme has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A computing device in accordance with the specifications in Subpart B of Part 15 of FCC rules, which are designed to provide reasonable protection from such interference in a com- mercial installation.
  • Page 8 Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide...

  • Page 9: About This Guide

    11 provides an overview of the product • Chapter 2, "Installation checklist" on page 25 provides a quick set-up checklist for installing the Model 6676. • Chapter 3, "Maintenance" on page 31 provides a quick set-up checklist, tips for troubleshooting, warranty information, and where to get help.

  • Page 10: Precautions

    About this guide Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide Precautions Notes and cautions, which have the following meanings, are used throughout this guide to help you become aware of potential problems. Warnings relate to personal injury issues, and Cautions refer to potential property damage.

  • Page 11: Typographical Conventions Used In This Document

    Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide About this guide Typographical conventions used in this document This section describes the typographical conventions and terms used in this guide. General conventions The procedures described in this manual use the following text conventions: Table 1.
  • Page 12 About this guide Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide...

  • Page 13: Introduction

    Chapter 1 Introduction Chapter contents Introduction ................................13 Description of chassis front side ........................14 Description of chassis rear side ........................16 Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) ......................17 Electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection ......................18 Hot-swap capability ............................19 Major system components .............................20 ForeFront AIS blades ............................20 Mid-plane architecture ............................21 Power supply module ............................22...
  • Page 14 1 • Introduction Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide...

  • Page 15: Introduction

    Thank you for purchasing Patton Electronics Co. Model 6676 ForeFront Xtreme Chassis (see figure 1). The Model 6676 ForeFront Xtreme Chassis is a modular 9U x 19 inch rackmount subrack-type packaging system adaptable to a wide array of product configurations. ForeFront Xtreme Chassis features include: •...

  • Page 16: Description Of Chassis Front Side

    1 • Introduction Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide Description of chassis front side There are 17 6U x 160mm slots at the front of the chassis (see figure 2). Front-entry ForeFront modules, in accor- dance with PICMG 2.0 CompactPCI specifications, are plugged into these slots.
  • Page 17 Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide 1 • Introduction The front of the chassis also provides four slots suitable for Model 6160 (DC) 3Ux8HP ForeFront power sup- plies (see figure 2 on page 14). The Model 6160 power supply is described more completely in the Model 6160 and 6161 User Manual.

  • Page 18: Description Of Chassis Rear Side

    1 • Introduction Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide Description of chassis rear side The rear of the Model 6676 chassis provides seventeen 6U x 80mm slots for ForeFront rear transition modules for rear-panel I/O (see figure 3). See section “ForeFront AIS blades”...

  • Page 19: Electromagnetic Compatibility (Emc)

    figure Electromagnetic compatibility (EMC) The Model 6676 ForeFront Xtreme is designed to provide the highest level of EMC performance—in terms of both interference and susceptibility. The chassis has the following design features to mitigate the effects of elec- tromagnetic interference (EMI): •...

  • Page 20: Electrostatic Discharge (Esd) Protection

    Electrostatic discharge (ESD) protection The 6676 ForeFront Xtreme chassis provides ESD protection in compliance with IEEE 1101.10. ESD con- tacts are embedded inside and in the front section of card guides for making early as possible contact with a discharge strip on one or both, the upper and/or lower edge of the plug-in board/module.

  • Page 21: Hot-Swap Capability

    Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide 1 • Introduction There is an alignment/ESD pin on the injector/ejector handle of boards (see figure Card handle Alignment/ESD pin Figure 7. Alignment/ESD pin on card handle The alignment pin does the following: •...

  • Page 22: Major System Components

    Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide Major system components Model 6676 ForeFront Xtreme Chassis major system components consist of the following: • Up to 17 ForeFront blades comprising a wide variety of front-entry and rear-entry modules (see section “ForeFront AIS blades”...

  • Page 23: Mid-Plane Architecture

    Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide 1 • Introduction The front-entry boards route I/O through the mid-plane to the rear-entry modules (see figure Figure 8. Front/rear modules and mid-plane interface Mid-plane architecture The mid-plane consists of two H.110 bus segments that support 17 6U slots (eight 6U modules for one segment and nine 6U modules for the other).

  • Page 24: Power Supply Module

    1 • Introduction Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide Power supply module The ForeFront Xtreme Chassis is equipped with two Model 6160 or 6161 DC power supply modules (see figure 3 on page 15) and two Model 6112/HOR (DC) rear power entry modules (see figure...

  • Page 25: System Specifications

    Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide 1 • Introduction System specifications This section provides the following specifications: • Model 6676 chassis specifications (see section “6U chassis specifications”) • Power input and power supply specifications (see section “Power input and power supply specifications”...

  • Page 26: Power Input And Power Supply Specifications

    1 • Introduction Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide Power input and power supply specifications Table 4. Power input specifications Item Description Power input -48 VDC nominal (-36 to -72V) Maximum current 20 A per power input Power supply fusing Power supply fusing is not user-replaceable Table 5.

  • Page 27: Installation Checklist

    Chapter 2 Installation checklist Chapter contents 6U quick set-up checklist............................27 Power cable installation ...........................28 Installing the power cables .........................28 Grounding the Model 6676 ........................29...
  • Page 28 2 • Installation checklist Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide...

  • Page 29: 6U Quick Set-Up Checklist

    2 • Installation checklist 6U quick set-up checklist The Model 6676 Mid-plane & Chassis can be easily configured according to your system requirements. Due to the broad application possibilities, the following checklist is provided as a quick set-up guideline. 1. Install 9U chassis on rack—the chassis front mounting flanges should be securely fastened to the rack with screws.

  • Page 30: Power Cable Installation

    DC power source at this time. Each DC power supply module comes with two power input terminal blocks (J1 +/- and J2 +/-). The Model 6676 can draw power from sources connected to either of these terminal blocks (inputs are diode-ORed and combined to provide for redundant power input).

  • Page 31: Grounding The Model 6676

    Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide 2 • Installation checklist 2. Strip back the insulation on each of the supply wires approximately 1/4 inch. 3. Insert the stripped end of the positive lead into the + J1 DC input of the terminal block. Tighten the screw until the power lead is firmly fastened.
  • Page 32 2 • Installation checklist Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide 2. Install the ground wire between the grounding studs (see figure 11 on page 29 for DC power entry) and the grounding source. 6U quick set-up checklist...

  • Page 33: Maintenance

    Chapter 3 Maintenance Chapter contents Preventive Maintenance............................33 Cleaning the fan filter .............................33 Troubleshooting ..............................33 System won’t power up ...........................33...
  • Page 34 3 • Maintenance Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide...

  • Page 35: Preventive Maintenance

    Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide 3 • Maintenance Preventive Maintenance Cleaning the fan filter Periodically clean the filter on the Fan Tray Assembly (see figure 2 on page 18). The frequency of cleaning depends on the environmental conditions of where your equipment is located. Clean filter with a mild deter- gent and water, then air-dry, or you can use compressed air.
  • Page 36 3 • Maintenance Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide Troubleshooting...

  • Page 37: Contacting Patton For Assistance

    Chapter 4 Contacting Patton for assistance Chapter contents Introduction ................................37 Contact information..............................37 Service ................................37 Warranty Service and Returned Merchandise Authorizations (RMAs)..............37 Warranty coverage ............................38 Out-of-warranty service ..........................38 Returns for credit ............................38 Return for credit policy ..........................38 RMA numbers ..............................38 Shipping instructions ..........................38...
  • Page 38 4 • Contacting Patton for assistance Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide...

  • Page 39: Introduction

    Service Patton Electronics' technical staff is also available to answer any questions that might arise concerning the installation or use of your Model 6676. Technical Service hours: 8AM to 5PM EST (8:00 to 17:00 UTC-5), Monday through Friday. All warranty and non-warranty repairs must be returned freight prepaid and insured to Patton Electronics (for more information about warranty and non-warranty repairs, see section “Warranty Service and Returned Mer-...

  • Page 40: Warranty Coverage

    4 • Contacting Patton for assistance Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide Warranty coverage Our products are under warranty to be free from defects, and we will, at our option, repair or replace the prod- uct should it fail within one year from the first date of shipment. Our warranty is limited to defects in work- manship or materials, and does not cover customer damage, lightning or power surge damage, abuse, or unauthorized modification.

  • Page 41: A Replacement Parts And Accessories

    Appendix A Replacement parts and accessories Chapter contents Replacement parts ..............................40 ForeFront chassis power supplies ........................40 ForeFront chassis fan/filter components ......................40 Accessories................................40...

  • Page 42: Replacement Parts

    A • Replacement parts and accessories Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide Replacement parts ForeFront chassis power supplies Model Description 6160 DC Power Supply, 250W 6161 DC Power Supply, 300W ForeFront chassis fan/filter components Model Description 6670-FT 6U Fan Impeller Assembly (2 per chassis)
  • Page 43 Appendix B Glossary Chapter contents ..................43 N................... 44 ...............43 N+1 Redundant ............. 44 ................43 NEBS ..............44 ................43 P..................44 D..................43 ................. 44 Dual Redundant ............43 PCI SIG ..............44 ..................43 PICMG ..............44 ................43 Platform ..............44 ...............43 ..................44 ................43 SELV ..............

  • Page 44: B Glossary

    B • Glossary Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide...

  • Page 45: Cfm

    Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide B • Glossary European Norms—Prefix assigned to documents adopted by the CE designating required standards (for example, EN 60950 is the safety specification Cubic feet per minute—A measurement of how (equivalent to UL 1950)).

  • Page 46: N+1 Redundant

    B • Glossary Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide N+1 Redundant SELV An environment containing more than two power Safety Extra Low Voltage—a term generally defined supplies, where the power supplies typically current by the regulatory agencies as the highest voltage that share, with fault tolerance such that one power sup- can be contacted by a person and not cause injury.

  • Page 47: Warm-Swap

    Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide B • Glossary An EIA unit of measurement equal to 1.75 in. (4.45 cm) for equipment racks. Warm-Swap An environment supporting removal and insertion of power supplies while under power, wherein the...
  • Page 48 B • Glossary Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide...

  • Page 49: Bibliography

    Appendix C Bibliography Chapter contents Publications referenced in this guide........................48...

  • Page 50: Publications Referenced In This Guide

    C • Bibliography Model 6676 6U CPCI Chassis Assembly User Guide Publications referenced in this guide The following publications are used in conjunction with this manual. • ECTF H.110 (CT Bus) Specification (Revision 1.0) • CompactPCI Hot Swap Specification—PICMG 2.12 (Revision 1.0) •...

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