Installation Guide
M9021A, M9022A, M9023A, M9024A
Keysight PXIe System
Modules and Cable Interface
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M9022-90001
Edition
First Edition, June 2015
Printed in
Malaysia
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Keysight Technologies, Inc.
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You can then search by product number to find the latest Declaration of Conformity.
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Warranty
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Keysight Technologies does not warrant third-party system-level (combination of chassis, controllers, modules, etc.) performance, safety, or regulatory compliance unless specifically stated.
Safety Information
A CAUTION denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure or practice that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in damage to the product or loss of important data. Do not proceed beyond a CAUTION notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
A WARNING denotes a hazard. It calls attention to an operating procedure or practice, that, if not correctly performed or adhered to, could result in personal injury or death. Do not proceed beyond a
WARNING notice until the indicated conditions are fully understood and met.
Safety Information
The following general safety precautions must be observed during all phases of operation of this instrument.
Failure to comply with these precautions or with specific warnings or operating instructions in the product manuals violates safety standards of design, manufacture, and intended use of the instrument. Keysight Technologies assumes no liability for the customer's failure to comply with these requirements.
General
Do not use this product in any manner not specified by the manufacturer. The protective features of this product must not be impaired if it is used in a manner specified in the operation instructions.
Before Applying Power
Verify that all safety precautions are taken.
Make all connections to the unit before applying power. Note the external markings described under “Safety Symbols”.
Ground the Instrument
Keysight chassis are provided with a grounding-type power plug. The instrument chassis and cover must be connected to an electrical ground to minimize shock hazard. The ground pin must be firmly connected to an electrical ground (safety ground) terminal at the power outlet. Any interruption of the protective (grounding) conductor or disconnection of the protective earth terminal will cause a potential shock hazard that could result in personal injury.
Do not operate the module/chassis in the presence of flammable gases or fumes.
Do not operate the module/chassis in the presence of flammable liquids or near containers of such liquids.
Cleaning
Clean the outside of the Keysight module/chassis with a soft, lint-free, slightly dampened cloth. Do not use detergent or chemical solvents.
Do Not Remove Instrument Cover
Only qualified, service-trained personnel who are aware of the hazards involved should remove instrument covers. Always disconnect the power cable and any external circuits before removing the instrument cover.
Keep Away From Live Circuits
Operating personnel must not remove equipment covers or shields. Procedures involving the removal of covers and shields are for use by servicetrained personnel only. Under certain conditions, dangerous voltages may exist even with the equipment switched off. To avoid dangerous electrical shock, DO NOT perform procedures involving cover or shield removal unless you are qualified to do so.
Do Not Operate Damaged
Equipment
Whenever it is possible that the safety protection features built into this product have been impaired, either through physical damage, excessive moisture, or any other reason, REMOVE POWER and do not use the product until safe operation can be verified by servicetrained personnel. If necessary, return the product to an Keysight Technologies Sales and Service Office for service and repair to ensure the safety features are maintained.
Do Not Block The Primary
Disconnect
The primary disconnect device is the appliance connector/power cord when a chassis used by itself, but when installed into a rack or system the disconnect may be impaired and must be considered part of the installation.
Do Not Modify the Instrument
Do not install substitute parts or perform any unauthorized modification to the product. Return the product to an
Keysight Sales and Service Office to ensure that safety features are maintained.
In Case of Damage
Instruments that appear damaged or defective should be made inoperative and secured against unintended operation until they can be repaired by qualified service personnel.
Do NOT block vents and fan exhaust:
To ensure adequate cooling and ventilation, leave a gap of at least 50mm
(2") around vent holes on both sides of the chassis.
Do NOT operate with empty slots: To ensure proper cooling and avoid damaging equipment, fill each empty slot with an AXIe filler panel module.
Do NOT stack free-standing chassis:
Stacked chassis should be rackmounted.
All modules are grounded through the chassis: During installation, tighten each module's retaining screws to secure the module to the chassis and to make the ground connection.
Operator is responsible to maintain safe operating conditions. To ensure safe operating conditions, modules should not be operated beyond the full temperature range specified in the
Environmental and physical specification. Exceeding safe operating conditions can result in shorter lifespan, improper module performance and user safety issues. When the modules are in use and operation within the specified full temperature range is not maintained, module surface temperatures may exceed safe handling conditions which can cause discomfort or burns if touched. In the event of a module exceeding the full temperature range, always allow the module to cool before touching or removing modules from the chassis.
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Safety Symbols
Products display the following symbols:
Refer to manual for additional safety information.
Earth Ground.
The CSA mark is a registered trademark of the Canadian Standards Association and indicates compliance to the standards laid out by them. Refer to the product Declaration of Conformity for details.
South Korean Class A EMC Declaration. this equipment is Class A suitable for professional use and is for use in electromagnetic environments outside of the home.
Chassis Ground.
Alternating Current (AC).
Notice for European Community: This product complies with the relevant
European legal Directives: EMC Directive (2004/108/EC) and Low Voltage
Directive (2006/95/EC).
Direct Current (DC).
Standby Power. Unit is not completely disconnected from AC mains when power switch is in standby position
Indicates that antistatic precautions should be taken.
Operate the PXIe chassis in the horizontal orientation. Do NOT operate this chassis in the vertical orientation.
The Regulatory Compliance Mark
(RCM) mark is a registered trademark.
This signifies compliance with the Australia EMC Framework regulations under the terms of the Radio Communication Act of 1992.
ICES/NMB-001 indicates that this ISM device complies with the Canadian
ICES-001.
This symbol represents the time period during which no hazardous or toxic substance elements are expected to leak or deteriorate during normal use.
Forty years is the expected useful life of this product.
Waste Electrical and
Electronic
Equipment (WEEE)
Directive
2002/96/EC
This product complies with the WEEE
Directive (2002/96/EC) marking requirement. The affixed product label
(see below) indicates that you must not discard this electrical/electronic product in domestic household waste.
Product Category: With reference to the equipment types in the WEEE directive Annex 1, this product is classified as a “Monitoring and Control instrumentation” product.
Do not dispose in domestic household waste.
To return unwanted products, contact your local Keysight office for more information.
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Contents
Introduction . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 9
Step 1: Unpack and Inspect the Module. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
ESD . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
Inspect for damage . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 10
If you need to return the module . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 11
Step 2: Verify Shipment Contents . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 12
Step 3: Install the System or Cable Interface Module in the Chassis. . . . . . . . 13
Step 4. Install the Driver . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
M9024A Driver Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 14
General Installation Considerations . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 15
M9021A PCIe Cable Interface Module Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
M9021A switch settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 17
M9021A LEDs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 18
M9022A, M9023A, M9024A System Module Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
Module switch settings . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 21
M9022A, M9023A, M9024A Front Panel LEDs. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 22
M9024A I/O Interfaces . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
USB. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 25
Ethernet . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
GPIB connector . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 26
Connecting a PC to a PXIe or AXIe Chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
External PC to a single chassis configuration . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 28
External PC to two chassis configuration. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 29
External PC, X16 connection to single PXIe chassis configuration . . . . . . . 30
M9037A Embedded Controller to second chassis . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 30
Module Characteristics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 31
Troubleshooting and Service . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 32
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PCIe System Module
Installation Guide
Introduction
Keysight’s M9021A PCIe Cable Card Interface and M9022A, M9023A, and
M9024A PCIe System modules provide a cabled PCIe link between PXIe chassis and a computer; both external and embedded computers. With an external computer you can connect up to 4 chassis via a star or cascade configuration.
The star configuration can be either x8 or x16 links. With an embedded computer you can connect up to 4 chassis with a cascade configuration at x8. The PCIe
Cable connections provide 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. Use the Y1202A 2-meter or Y1203A 0.5 meter cables to connect the system modules cards to a PC with a host adapter module.
The modules provide the following features:
M9021A chassis.
*
PCIe Cable Interface Card. Gen 2 at 5GB/s, x8, Single Port. Can also be used to interconnect multiple M9018 chassis or connecting a PXIe to AXIe
M9022A
Single Port System Module. Up to Gen 3 at 8 GB/s, x8. Acts in a host port manner.
M9023A
Dual Port System Module. Where each port can run up to Gen 3 at 8
GB/s. You can have 2 PCIe cables go to the same chassis for a single x16 connection or the 2 PCIe cables can go to separate chassis for two x8 connections.
M9024A
Dual Port System Module (same as M9023A). Where each port can run up to Gen 3 at 8 GB/s. You can have 2 PCIe cables go to the same chassis for a single x16 connection or the 2 PCIe cables can go to separate chassis for two x8 connections. Also provides expanded connectivity:
-- Two 1Gb LAN ports
-- Two USB 3.0 ports
-- Four USB 2.0 ports
-- GPIB
The additional ports on the M9024A operate like IO ports on the
PC. For multiple chassis systems, only one M9024A can be used.
For multiple chassis systems with an M9037A Embedded
Controller, a single M9024A may be installed in a slave chassis.
* The M9021A uses special features built into the Keysight M9018 chassis and is not compatible with the PXIe
System Slot in other PXIe chassis.
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Step 1: Unpack and Inspect the Module
Step 1: Unpack and Inspect the Module
Keysight’s PXIe 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.
ESD
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage or destroy electronic components. All work on electronic assemblies should be performed at a static-safe work station.
The following figure shows an example of a static-safe work station using two types of ESD protection. Purchase acceptable ESD accessories from your local supplier.
- Conductive table-mat and wrist-strap combination.
- Conductive floor-mat and heel-strap combination.
Both types, when used together, provide a significant level of ESD protection. Of the two, only the table-mat and wrist-strap combination provides adequate
ESD protection when used alone.
To ensure user safety, the static-safe accessories must provide at least 1 M of isolation from ground.
Inspect for damage
After unpacking the module, carefully inspect it for any shipping damage. Report any damage to the shipping agent immediately, as such damage is not covered by the warranty.
To avoid damage when handling a module; do not touch exposed connector pins.
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Step 1: Unpack and Inspect the Module
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After unpacking the module, verify that all items listed on the packing list are included.
Inspect the module for shipping damage.
Save all packing material for storage or return shipment to Keysight.
If you need to return the module
Should it become necessary to return a Keysight module for repair or service, follow the steps below:
1
Review the warranty information shipped with your product.
2
Contact Keysight to obtain a return authorization and return address. If you need assistance finding Keysight contact information go to www.keysight.com/find/assist (worldwide contact information for repair and service) or refer to the Support information on the product web page, for example: www.keysight.com/find/M9021A .
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Write the following information on a tag and attach it to the malfunctioning equipment.
– Name and address of owner. A Post Office box is not acceptable as a return address.
– Product model number (for example, M9021A)
– Product serial number (for example, TWXXXXXXXX). The serial number label is located on the side of the module.
– A description of failure or service required.
Carefully pack the module in its original ESD bag and carton. If the original carton is not available, use bubble wrap or packing peanuts, place the instrument in a sealed container and mark the container “FRAGILE”.
On the shipping label, write ATTENTION REPAIR DEPARTMENT and the service order number (if known).
If any correspondence is required, refer to the product by model number and serial number.
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Step 2: Verify Shipment Contents
Step 2: Verify Shipment Contents
Your shipment should have included the following:
- The Keysight M902xA module that you ordered.
- Keysight Product Software and Information CD. This CD has the installation documentation for the modules plus it has the driver for the M9022A,
M9023A, and M9024A modules.
A driver is required for the M9022A, M9023A and M9024A modules. Refer to
“Step 4. Install the Driver” on page 14 for driver
installation information. The M902x drivers are available on the
Keysight product web site.
The most current version of Keysight IO Libraries is required prior to installing and running any other software. The latest version can be downloaded from: www.keysight.com/find/iosuite .
A GPIB cable is NOT supplied with the M9024A System Module.
Note that the GPIB cable is a standard micro type 2 GPIB cable with standard pin wiring and is compatible with the M9037A
Embedded Controller GP-IB cable. It is available from Keysight as an accessory cable, part number Y1260A.
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Step 3: Install the System or Cable Interface Module in the Chassis
Step 3: Install the System or Cable Interface Module in the Chassis
The Keysight Cable Interface Module and System Modules have been designed for easy installation. However, the following standard precautions, installation procedures, and general information must be observed to ensure proper installation and to prevent damage to the board, other system components, or injury to personnel.
Keysight’s M9021A System Module can operate only with the x8 fabric found on the M9018 chassis. It will not work on other PXIe chassis
The following safety precautions must be observed when installing or operating the Keysight System Modules. Exercise care when handling the module as the heat sink can get very hot. Do not touch the heat sink when installing or removing the module. The board should not be placed on any surface or in any form of storage container until the board and heat sink have cooled to room temperature.
M9018 PXIe Chassis Backplane Switch for M9021A:
The M9021A Cable Interface module does not derive power from the chassis connector used by PXIe embedded controllers. Instead, the modules use the top connector on the chassis backplane for its
3.3V and 12V power. However, a switch on the M9018 chassis backplane must be set to supply those voltages to the connector.
The default position of the switch is to the left and does not supply the voltages to the connector. To use the System Module or Cable
Interface module in Slot 1 of the M9018 chassis, you must move the slide switch to the right before installing the module. Refer to the M9018 chassis documentation for more information.
Ensure the M9018 backplane switch is in the right-hand position when using the M9021A.
Setting this switch is not required for the M9022A, M9023A, or M9024A.
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Step 4. Install the Driver
Step 4. Install the Driver
The M9022A, M9023A, and M9024A System Modules require a driver installed on the host PC. These System Modules work with Windows 7 SP1 64 bit and
Windows 8.1 Update1 64 bit. One install program works for all 3 System
Modules. This single driver is available at each of the product’s Keysight web page: www.keysight.com/find/M9022A www.keysight.com/find/M9023A www.keysight.com/find/M9024A
From the product website, select Visit Technical Support > Drivers, Firmware &
Software. Select the M902x driver. Follow the on-screen instructions to install the driver on your host PC.
The M9021A Cable Interface Card does not require a driver.
If the driver installation does not detect an M902x module it will display the following message. click Yes to continue the installation.
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Figure 1 M902x Installer cannot detect an M902x module
M9024A Driver Installation
When an M9024A is installed in a PXIe chassis, the host controller needs to have the M9024A IO port drivers updated. Run the installer listed above. Drivers for the two LAN, four USB 2.0, two USB 3.0, and the GPIB ports will be installed if more recent drivers have not already been installed
Have the M9024A in the chassis when you install the PXIe System Module driver.
If you install the software without the M9024A, you may need to rerun the installer again when the M9024A is present. When you rerun the installer, choose
Modify to load the additional drivers for LAN and USB.
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General Installation Considerations
General Installation Considerations
The following table shows which PXIe chassis slots the System Modules or
M9021A Cable Interface module may be installed:
M9021A
M9022A
M9023A
M9024A
PXIe Chassis Slots and glyphs
PXIe System Slot PXIe Peripheral Slot
2
6 11 15
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(M9018 chassis only)
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(M9018 chassis only)
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Follow these steps to install the module in a PXIe chassis.
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Turn off the host PC and the PXIe chassis. The chassis should be plugged into an AC power source; the AC power cord grounds the chassis and protects it from electrical damage while modules are installed.
Some non-Keysight PXIe chassis manufacturers install small chassis stops just to the left of the slot 1 guide rails (both top and bottom). Refer to the photo below. These must be removed prior to installing the M9024A System Module. They snap in and are easily pulled out.
Remove these chassis stops
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General Installation Considerations
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On the M9018 chassis, set the rear panel INHIBIT switch to DEF.
Remove the module from its protective bag. Observe electrostatic discharge precautions.
Ensure the switches on the Cable Interface Module or the System Module are set correctly.
a
Refer to
“M9021A switch settings” on page 17 for information on the
M9021A switches.
b
Refer to
“Module switch settings” on page 21 for information on the
System Module switches.
Remove the screw protection caps from the module retaining screws.
Push down on the module’s ejector/injector handle.
Carefully align the module board edges with the chassis guide rails (red guide rails for slot 1) and insert the module into the guide rails.
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Push inward on the module until it is firmly seated in the chassis. (Do not force the handle if there is resistance; this may damage the connectors and/or backplane.)
Pull up on the ejector/injector handle to firmly seat the module.
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Tighten the module’s captive retaining screws.
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A slot blocker should be installed immediately to the left of the slot 1 module to ensure proper airflow.
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Attach the PCIe cable by first pulling back on the retractor ring. With the keyed slot aligned with the key ridge on the PCIe adapter, insert the cable connector into the cable port connector on the adapter until the cable locks in place.
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Attach the other end of the cable to the PCIe adapter on your Host computer.
If you are using a remote controller, you must power up the chassis
BEFORE you power up the PC. When you power down your system, shut down the PC BEFORE you power down the chassis.
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Power up the PXIe chassis. Verify that the chassis fans are operating and free of obstructions that may restrict air flow.
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Power up the Host PC.
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M9021A PCIe Cable Interface Module Installation
M9021A PCIe Cable Interface Module Installation
The M9021A uses special features built into the Keysight M9018 chassis and is not compatible with the PXIe System Slot in other PXIe chassis.
M9021A switch settings
Switch Description
S201 Ensure that S201 is in the NC position (right side down).
S301
For applications, where the M9021A provides a cabled PCIe link between the M9018 chassis and an external host computer, install the M9021A in the system slot (slot 1) of the M9018 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
M9022A is installed in system slot
(slot 1) of the M9018 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, (right side down).
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M9021A PCIe Cable Interface Module Installation
M9021A LEDs
The M9021A Cable Interface module has both front panel and PC board LEDs that indicate how many PCIe lanes are actually being used to communicate between the PC and the chassis. If your chassis application is running slower than you expect, check the M9021A LEDs to see how wide your data path is to the chassis.
If you remove a slot 2 module or filler panel to view the M9021A
LEDs, ensure that the module or filler panel is reinstalled. This is required to maintain chassis cooling as well as minimize radio frequency interference.
The M9021A front panel has four LEDs to indicate the communication speed to the host controller. The following table describes the LED indications:
Configuration to Host PC
x1 PCIe Link x4 PCIe Link x8 PCIe Link
M9021A Front Panel LEDs
x4 Cable & x4 Chassis x4 Cable & x4 Chassis x4 Cable & x4 Chassis x8 Cable & x8 Chassis
PC Board (or side) LEDs
Single pair yellow LEDS
4 pairs yellow LEDs
All 8 pairs yellow LEDs
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Figure 2 M9021A Front Panel LEDs
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M9021A PCIe Cable Interface Module Installation
Figure 3 shows the LEDs that are illuminated for single lane (x1) communications
to the chassis, which is provided by the M9045 PCIe Express Card Adapter. The left-most set of LEDs indicates the number of lanes communicating to the chassis backplane, while the right-most set of LEDs indicates the number of lanes communicating to the host PC.
M9021A Cable Interface Module
An ON LED indicates that the lane is active based on the card detecting that the lane’s receiver is enabled.
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5
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BACK PLANE LANE DETECT
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2
1
0
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Figure 3 Single lane communications between host controller and the chassis
Figure 4 shows the LEDs that are illuminated for x4 communications.
M9021A Cable Interface Module
An ON LED indicates that the lane is active based on the card detecting that the lane’s receiver is enabled.
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5
4
BACK PLANE LANE DETECT
3
2
1
0
7
6
5
4
3
2
1
Figure 4 x4 communications between the host controller and the chassis
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M9021A PCIe Cable Interface Module Installation
Figure 5 shows the LEDs that are illuminated for x8 communications. An example
of eight lane communications would be an eight lane M9048A PCIe Desktop
Adapter installed in an x8 (mode x8) slot or in an x16 (mode x16) slot.
M9021A Cable Interface Module
An ON LED indicates that the lane is active based on the card detecting that the lane’s receiver is enabled.
6
5
4
BACK PLANE LANE DETECT
3
2
1
0
3
2
1
7
6
5
4
Figure 5 x8 communications between the host controller and the chassis
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Module switch settings
SW1
Default positions shown
SW1 Switch Function
Mode 0
Mode 1 (default)
Target link speed Gen 3
(Default)
Target link speed Gen 1
Target link speed Gen 2
Target link speed Gen 3
Mezzanine 1: x8 (default)
Mezzanine 1: x4 x4 x x x x x x
1
H
H
SW1 (x means don't care)
2 3 4 5
H x x x
L x x x x x x x x x
H
H
L
L x x
H
L
H
L x x x x x x
H
L x x x x x x
6
x x
Notes
Cable ports 1 and 2 combined as PCIe x16 input (upstream port to PC)
Cable port 1 is PCIe x8 input (upstream port to PC), Cable port 2 is PCIe x8 output
(downstream port to next chassis)
PCIe link speed Gen 3
PCIe link speed Gen 1
PCIe link speed Gen 2
PCIe link speed Gen 3
PCIe link x8 for M9024A’s IO board
PCIe link x4x4 for M9024A’s IO board
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M9022A, M9023A, M9024A System Module Installation
M9022A, M9023A, M9024A Front Panel LEDs
Status of module
Input PCIe port
(port 1)
In or Out PCIe port
(depending on mode)
(port 2)
Figure 6 M9022A, M9023A, M9024A Front Panel LEDs
LED
Status of Module
Status of Host connection
(Status LED on port 2 is for host or target depending on mode)
Status of backplane connection
(Top LED is Link 1 status
Bottom LED is Link 3 status)
Host or Target mode
Off
White
Blue
Green
Off
Green
Blue
Color
Red
Blue
Green
White
Blue
Green
Description
Power Supply problem or FPGA
Module okay but no link present
Link present
Gen 1 Connection
Gen 2 Connection
Gen 3 Connection
No link present
Gen 1 Connection
Gen 2 Connection
Gen 3 Connection
No link present
Host mode
Target mode
Status of Host connection
Status of Chassis backplane connection
(Link 1)
Status of module
(depending on mode)
Status of Host connection
Status of Chassis backplane connection
(link 3)
Host or Target mode
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There are also a series of five LEDs across the top of the PC board and six LED across the bottom of the PC board indicating power and configuration.
D15
D14
D17
D9
D23
D13
D12
D11
D10
Figure 7 M9022A, M9023A, M9024A PC Board LEDs
D32
D31
LED
D17
D14
Indicates
PXIe power is okay
0.9 VDC power is okay
D15
D9
1.8 VDC power is okay
FPGA configuration is okay
D23 PCIe link status for FPGA
D10 - D13 PCIe Link Status when the backplane is 4-link routing. When the backplane is 2-link routing, D10 indicates PCIe link status for left side mezzanine board.
D31- D32 PCIe Link Status when the backplane is 2-link routing. When the backplane is 4-link routing, D31 indicates PCIe link status for left side mezzanine board.
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On the backside of the M9024A module are two LEDs:
D4
D3
Figure 8 Back of M9024A module showing two LEDs
LED
D3
D4
Indicates
Configuration is okay for GPB controller
1.0 VDC power is okay
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M9024A I/O Interfaces
To use the M9024A USB, Ethernet and GPIB ports, use the IO Libraries to verify the programming address. These ports cannot be used to control the PXIe chassis. The IO ports are an extension of the Windows PC and should be observable in Windows Device Manager.
USB
*
Keysight’s M9024A System Module provides four USB 2.0 Type A ports and two
USB 3.0 Type A ports on the faceplate. All USB ports are compatible with high-speed, full-speed and low-speed USB devices.
Differences between USB 2.0 and USB 3.0
USB 3.0 is the latest version of the Universal Serial Bus (USB). It provides better speed and more efficient power management than USB 2.0. USB 3.0 is backward compatible with USB 2.0 devices; however, data transfer speeds are limited to USB 2.0 levels when these devices inter-operate.
Backwards
Compatibility
Speed
Signaling
Method
Power
USB 2.0
USB 1.1
480 Mbps
(known as High Speed/
HS)
Half duplex
Up to 500 mA
4
USB 3.0
USB 1.1 and USB 2.0 (data transfer speeds are limited to USB 1.1 or USB 2.0 levels)
10 times faster than USB 2.0. Super Speed or SS,
4.8 Gbps
Full duplex (Asynchronous -- it can send and receive data simultaneously)
Up to 900 mA. Allows better power efficiency with less power for idle states. Can power more devices from one hub.
9 Number of wires within cable
Cables and
Connectors
Grey color Blue color. USB 3.0 receptacles are electrically compatible with USB 2.0 plugs if they physically match. USB 3.0 type-A plugs and receptacles are completely backward compatible, and USB 3.0 type-B receptacles accept USB 2.0 and earlier plugs. However, USB 3.0 type-B plugs will not fit into USB 2.0 and earlier receptacles.
This means that USB 3.0 cables cannot be used with USB 2.0 and USB 1.1 peripherals, although
USB 2.0 cables can be used with USB 3.0 devices, if at USB 2.0 speeds.
* The USB 2.0 and 3.0 ports do not support the USB Battery Charging specification. Do not connect non-standard or defective USB devices.
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M9022A, M9023A, M9024A System Module Installation
Ethernet
The M9024A has two RJ-45 connectors with link speed/activity LEDs on the faceplate.
Speed and Link:
10Mbps: off
100Mbps: Green
1000Mbps: Amber
Active:
Blinks when accessing IO
RJ-45 connector
Status
Network link is not established or system is powered off
10 Mbps
Link
Active
100 Mbps
1000 Mbps
Link
Active
Link
Active
Speed LED
(Green/Amber)
OFF
Off
Off
Green
Green
Amber
Amber
Activity LED
(Amber)
OFF
ON
Blinking
ON
Blinking
ON
Blinking
GPIB connector
The GPIB connector on M9024A is a D-sub 25-pin connector and is used to control external bench-top instruments. The on-board GPIB controller has the following features:
- Compatible with the IEEE 488 standard
- Up to 1.5MB/s data transfer rates
- On-board 2 KB FIFO for read/write operations
- Connect up to 14 instruments
- GPIB is a standard VISA Resource
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A GPIB cable isn’t supplied with the M9024A. The GPIB cable is a specific type available from Keysight as an accessory cable; part number Y1260A. This cable also works with the M9037A
Embedded Controller’s GPIB port. The M9024A GPIB port is not compatible with the GPIB cable, part number M9036-31301, used with the M9036A Embedded Controller.
Please install the most recent version of Keysight IO Libraries
Suite to use the GPIB.
The following table provides the pin-out of the front panel D-sub 25-pin GPIB connector.
1
13
5
6
3
4
Pin Signal
1
2
DIO1#
DIO2#
DIO3#
DIO4#
EOI
DAV
7
8
NRFD
NDAC
9 IFC
10 SRQ
11 ATN
12 Shield
13 DIO5#
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Description
GPIB Data 1
GPIB Data 2
GPIB Data 3
GPIB Data 4
End or Identify
Data Valid
Not Ready for Data
Not Data Accepted
Interface Clear
Service Request
Attention
Chassis Ground
GPIB Data 5
Pin Signal
14 DIO6#
15 DIO7#
16 DIO8#
17 REN
18 GND
19 GND
20 GND
21 GND
22 GND
23 GND
24 GND
25 GND
25
Description
GPIB Data 6
GPIB Data 7
GPIB Data 8
Remote Enable
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
Signal Ground
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Connecting a PC to a PXIe or AXIe Chassis
Connecting a PC to a PXIe or AXIe Chassis
The following examples show a few of the possible configurations between a PC
(both PXIe embedded PC and an external PC) and a PXIe or AXIe chassis. Many other configurations are possible.
External PC to a single chassis configuration
The simplest system consists of a remote PC with a PCIe Host Adapter card (such as the Keysight M9048B) connected to a PXIe or AXIe chassis. A PXIe chassis requires a System Module or Cable Interface Module such as the Keysight
M9021A. An AXIe chassis does not require a system module interface, because a cable port is included in the ESM half height module.
Figure 9 Basic external PC system configuration
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Connecting a PC to a PXIe or AXIe Chassis
External PC to two chassis configuration
Another simple system consists of a remote PC with a PCIe Host Adapter card
(such as the Keysight M9049A) connected to two PXIe or AXIe chassis. A PXIe chassis requires a System Module such as the Keysight M9022A. An AXIe chassis does not require a system module interface, because a cable port is included in the ESM half height module. The link speed is determined by the chassis; for example, Gen 2 speed with the M9018 PXIe chassis or the M9502A or M9505A
AXIe chassis; Gen 3 speed may be available with Gen 3 PXIe chassis.
Figure 10 Simple two chassis configuration
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Connecting a PC to a PXIe or AXIe Chassis
External PC, X16 connection to single PXIe chassis configuration
The following configuration represents the fastest speed (x16) between the PC and the chassis. Make certain that all switches on the interface modules are set correctly to configure this operation. Make certain the top connector on the
M9049A module connects to the top connector on the M9023A module and the bottom connectors connect together.
Figure 11 x16 Connection to the PXIe chassis
M9037A Embedded Controller to second chassis
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Figure 12 M9037A Embedded Controller to a second PXIe chassis
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Module Characteristics
Module Characteristics
Size:
PXIe link configuration:
M9021A
1 slot 3U PXIe
PXIe: Gen 2, x8 to M9018A
PCIe: Gen 2, x8 to external controller. Gen 1 x8 link to 2nd
M9018A or M9502A/M9505A in multi-chassis configurations
M9022A
1 slot 3U PXIe
PXIe: Single port x8,
Gen3
M9023A/M9024A
1 slot 3U PXIe
PXIe: Dual port x8 Gen 3.
Dual ports can be configured as a single x16 Gen3 connection.
Data bandwidth (max):
To External controller
To Primary chassis backplane
Between chassis in multi-chassis configuration
Front panel connector
Front panel indicators
Power consumption (typical)
Cable length (max)
Operating Temperature
4 GB/s to PXIe backplane
4 GB/s to computer
2GB/s (Use with M9018 chassis only)
One x8 PCIe cable connector
Gen 3 x8
Gen 3 w/Gen 3 chassis not applicable
LEDs for PCIe lane status and link size
5 W
Up to 2 meter passive cable supported
0° C – 55° C
Gen 3 x16
Gen 3 w/Gen 3 chassis
Gen 3 x8
One x8 PCIe iPass cable connector
Two x8 PCIe iPass cable connector
Power/Present indicator: orange (power up), Green
(power up and link partner present)
Speed indicator: green Gen3, blue Gen2, white Gen1
15 W 16 W / 18 W
Up to 2 meter passive cable supported*
0° C – 55° C
Up to 2 meter passive cable supported*
0° C – 55° C
* Contact Keysight for information about longer optical cable support.
Related Products
Product Description
M9045B
M9048B
M9049A
Y1200B
Y1202A
Y1203A
PCIe ExpressCard adapter: Gen1, use with Keysight Y1200B cable
PCIe Host Adapter: Single Port (x8), Gen 3
PCIe Host Adapter: Dual Port (1x16, 2x8), Gen 3
PCIe cable:x1 to x8, 2.0m (use with M9045B only)
PCIe cable: x8, 2.0M
PCIe cable: x8, 0.5M, used for chassis-to-chassis in racked multiple chassis systems
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Troubleshooting and Service
Troubleshooting and Service
There are no user-serviceable parts on these modules. For troubleshooting, refer to the LED descriptions earlier in this guide. If the LEDs are not lit at all, there may be no power applied. Also, ensure the switches are set correctly.
If you are unable to establish communications from the host controller PC to the chassis, check the following.
– Ensure the appropriate chassis drivers and system module driver are installed on the host controller PC.
– A faulty PCIe adapter card plugged into the host controller PC
– A faulty PCIe cable
– A failure of the chassis power supply
A download-able driver may be required for the M9022A, M9023A and M9024A modules. Refer to
“Step 4. Install the Driver” on page 14 for driver installation information.
The most current version of Keysight IO Libraries is required prior to installing and running any other software. The latest version can be downloaded from: www.keysight.com/find/iosuite .
The additional ports on the M9024A operate as IO ports on the
PC’s PCIe bus. For multiple chassis systems with an M9037A
Embedded Controller, the M9024A may be installed in slave chassis.
If power is applied and the switches are set correctly, and either the LEDS are not lit or are lit incorrectly, the module may be defective.
Replacement part numbers are as follows:
Module
M9022A
M9023A
M9024A
Replacement Part Number
M9022-66101
M9023-66101
M9024-66101
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This information is subject to change without notice
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Edition 1 June 2015
Published in USA
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