Advantech CompactPCI MIC-3021/8 User manual

MIC-3021/8
6U/7U CompactPCI ® Industrial
Computer for Rackmounting

MIC-3021/8 User's Manual
Part No. 2003302100 1st Edition
Printed in Taiwan April 1999
Copyright Notice
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products described in this manual at any time without notice.
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use.
Acknowledgements
PICMG, CompactPCI and the PICMG, CompactPCI logos are
trademarks of the PCI Industrial Computers Manufacturers Group
All other product names or trademarks are properties of their
respective owners.

Preface and Table of Contents
Product warranty
Advantech warrants to you, the original purchaser, that each of its
products will be free from defects in materials and workmanship for
one year from the date of purchase.
This warranty does not apply to any products which have been
repaired or altered by persons other than repair personnel authorized
by Advantech, or which have been subject to misuse, abuse, accident
or improper installation. Advantech assumes no liability under the
terms of this warranty as a consequence of such events.
Because of Advantechs high quality-control standards and rigorous
testing, most of our customers never need to use our repair service. If
an Advantech product is defective, it will be repaired or replaced at no
charge during the warranty period. For out-of-warranty repairs, you
will be billed according to the cost of replacement materials, service
time and freight. Please consult your dealer for more details.
If you think you have a defective product, follow these steps:
1. Collect all the information about the problem encountered. (For
example, CPU speed, Advantech products used, other hardware
and software used, etc.) Note anything abnormal and list any on-
screen messages you get when the problem occurs.
2. Call your dealer and describe the problem. Please have your
manual, product, and any helpful information readily available.
3. If your product is diagnosed as defective, obtain an RMA (return
merchandize authorization) number from your dealer. This allows us
to process your return more quickly.
4. Carefully pack the defective product, a fully-completed Repair and
Replacement Order Card and a photocopy proof of purchase date
(such as your sales receipt) in a shippable container. A product
returned without proof of the purchase date is not eligible for
warranty service.
5. Write the RMA number visibly on the outside of the package and
ship it prepaid to your dealer.

MIC-3021/8 User's Manual
Packing List
Before installing your board, ensure that the following materials have
been received:
 1 MIC-3021/8 Compact PCI enclosure with backplane
 1 box of accessories
 1 warranty certificate
 This user's manual
If any of these items are missing or damaged, contact your distributor
or sales representative immediately.
Technical Support and Sales Assistance
If you have any technical questions about the MIC-3021/8 or any
other Advantech products, please visit our support website at:
http://support.advantech.com.tw
For more information about Advantech's products and sales informa-
tion, please visit:
http://www.advantech.com

Preface and Table of Contents
Contents
Chapter 1: General Information ..................... 7
1.1 Introduction ...................................................................... 8
1.2 Features ............................................................................ 9
1.3 Specifications .................................................................... 9
1.4 Dimensions ..................................................................... 11
Chapter 2: Installation ...................................13
2.1 Initial inspection ............................................................. 1 4
2.2 The MIC-3021/8 Chassis ............................................. 1 5
2.3 Installation Procedures ................................................. 1 7
2.3.1 Card Installation and Removal ............................ 1 7
2.3.2 Before Operating the System .............................. 1 9
2.3.3 Installing Peripherals ............................................ 2 0
2.3.4 Replacing the Fan Tray and Air Filter ................ 2 2

MIC-3021/8 User's Manual
Figures
Figure 1-1: MIC-3021/8 dimensions .......................................... 11
Figure 2-1: Front view of MIC-3021/8 ...................................... 1 5
Figure 2-2: Rear view of MIC-3021/8 ....................................... 1 6
Figure 2-3: Installing a card into the chassis ........................... 1 8
Figure 2-4: Install a device on the top tray .............................. 2 0
Figure 2-5: Attaching the mounting brackets to a 5.25" device
.................................................................................... 2 1
Figure 2-6: Attaching mounting brackets to a half-height
device for mounting in device space next to the fan
tray module ............................................................... 2 2

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General Information
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1.1 Introduction
The MIC-3021/8 is an 8-slot 6U/7U-sized CompactPCI enclosure for
rack or panel mounting. It has eight 6U card slots, and has a device
bay which can accommodate devices and peripherals such as floppy
disk drives and hard disk drives. Its rugged construction and flexible
modular design allows users to configure it to meet the requirements
of individual applications.
The MIC-3021/8 comes in two versions: 6U high without a fan tray or
7U high with a fan tray. The 1U high fan module provides forced air
cooling in the system. Two 88-CFM high-speed fans are mounted in a
hot-swappable tray directly underneath the card slots. The fan's
tachometer output enables the alarm module to monitor the speed of
the fans. Tachometer signals are transmitted to the system through a
6-pin connector on the fan backplane. A protective circuit has been
designed into the fan backplane to reduce electrical spikes and noise
while hot swapping. This design allows users to replace fans safely
without turning the system off. The 7U high design also provides an
additional space beneath the device bay to install a 5.25" device.
The device bay itself accommodates up to five 5.25" or 3.5" devices, or
three devices when an ATX power supply unit is installed. It accepts
standard HDDs and FDDs; there is no need for expensive special
devices. Devices can be removed through the device bay front without
the need for disassembling the enclosure, providing the shortest
MTTR for device replacement. A lockable door prevents unauthorized
access to the devices and to the power on/off switch.

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1.2 Features
 Eight 6U card slots
 Easy rackmount or panelmount installation
 Accepts an ATX power supply, or two CompactPCI plug-in power
modules (optional)
 Device bay accommodates up to 5 devices, secured by a lockable
door
 Front removable devices
 Hot-swappable fan tray
 Optional fault detection and alarm module
1.3 Specifications
1.3.1 General
Construction: Aluminum frame and galvanized sheet steel
Device bay: Accommodates up to five 5.25" or 3.5" devices (or three
devices when an ATX power supply is installed), front removable
 12-slot space (48 TE), incl. 7 CompactPCI slots and one system slot.
 "Hot swappable platform complies with PICMG 2.1 R 1.0 Hot Swap
Specification
Dimensions (W x H x D, mounting flanges not included):
7U: 440 x 311 x 254 mm (17.3" x 12.25" x 10")
6U: 440 x 267 x 254 mm (17.3" x 10.5" x 10")
Weight: 12 kg
Operating temperature: 0 ~ 50° C (32 ~ 122° F)
Storage temperature: -20° C ~ 70° C (-4 ~ 158° F)
Relative humidity: 10 ~ 95% @ 40° C, non-condensing
Operating altitude: 0 to 10,000 feet (3048 meters)

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Storage/transit altitude: 0 to 40,000 feet (12,190 meters)
Shock: 10 G (operating); 30 G (storage/transit)
Random vibration:1 Grms (operating)
1.3.2 Fan Tray Module
Air flow:Two 88-CFM fans, providing 176 CFM in total
Power Consumption: 0.37 A @ 12 V per fan, 0.74 A total
Rated fan speed: 2200 rpm
Life expectancy: 50,000 hours @ 25° C
1.3.3 ATX Power Supply
Input: 90 ~ 135 or 180 ~ 265 VAC @ 47 ~ 63 Hz, switchable
Output: +3.3 V @ 15 A, +5 V @ 26 A, +12 V @ 9 A, -12 V @ 0.8 A
Minumum load: +3.3 V @ 0.3 A, + 5V @ 2 A, +12 V @ 1 A
Max output: 250 W total, 170 W for 5 V and 3.3 V
MTBF: 50,000 hours @ 70% load
Safety: UL/CUL/CE

Chapter 1 General Information 11
1.4 Dimensions
Figure 1-1: MIC-3021/8 dimensions

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Chapter 2 Installation 13
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Installation
CHAPTER

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2.1 Initial inspection
We have carefully inspected the MIC-3021/8 mechanically and
electrically before shipping. It should be free of marks and scratches
and in perfect working order upon receipt.
As you unpack the MIC-3021/8, check it for signs of shipping damage
(damaged box, scratches, dents, etc.). If it is damaged or if it fails to
meet specifications, notify our service department or your local
representative immediately. Also notify the carrier. Retain the shipping
carton and packing material for inspection by the carrier. After inspec-
tion we will make arrangements to repair or replace the unit.
Warning! Westronglyrecommend thatonly qualified,experi-
encedpersonnelinstall orremove componentsand
thattheypractice extremecautionwhen doingso.

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2.2 The MIC-3021/8 Chassis
The MIC-3021/8 is designed to be installed and maitained easily. The
following illustrations show the components on the front and rear side
of the enclosure.
Figure 2-1: Front view of MIC-3021/8
System slot Optional system alarm
and monitor module
Device protection
door
Power
on/off
switch
Device trays
Fan tray

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Figure 2-2: Rear view of MIC-3021/8
Optional system alarm
and monitor module I/O
Power supply switch

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2.3 Installation Procedures
2.3.1 Card Installation and Removal
The CompactPCI connectors are firm and rigid, and require careful
handling while plugging and unplugging. Improper installation of a
card can easily damage the backplane of the chassis.
The system card can be installed only in the system slot. The
CompactPCI specification allows the system slot to be at any position
in the backplane. Do not insert the system card into any other slot, or
insert a peripheral card into the system slot. The MIC-3021/8 may
accept different backplanes, thus the location of the system slot may
vary. The system slot is marked by a triangle enclosing the slot
number. Please refer to the backplane user's manual.
The inject/eject handles on CompactPCI cards help you to install and
remove the cards easily and safely. Follow the procedures below to
install a card into a chassis:
To install a card:
1. Hold the card vertically. Be sure that the card is pointing in the
correct direction. The components of the card should be pointing
to the right-hand side.
2. Be sure that the handles of the card are not latched. Release the
handles if they are latched. Handles from different vendors may
have different latch designs.
Caution: Keepyour fingers away from the latch hinges to
preventyourfingersfrom getting pinched.
3. Insert the card into the chassis by sliding the upper and lower
edges of the card into the card guides.
4. Push the card into the slot gently by sliding the card along the card
guide until the handles meet the rectangular holes of the cross rails.

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Fig. 2-3: Installing a card into the chassis
Note: If the card is correctly positioned and has been slid
all the way into the chassis, the handles should
match the rectangular holes. If not, remove the card
from the card guide and repeat step 3 again. Do not
try to install a card by forcing it into the chassis.
5. Pull the upper handle down and lift the lower handle up to push the
card into place.
6. Secure the card by locking the handles in place.
Keep your fingers
away from this area.

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To remove a card:
1. Unscrew the screws on the card front panel. Release the locking
latches on the handles.
2. Lift the upper handle up and press the lower handle down to release
the card from the backplane.
3. Slide the card out.
2.3.2 Before Operating the System
Before operating your system, first check your power supply source.
Adjust the switch on the power supply to the correct voltage.
Two mounting flanges are included for users who would like to install
the MIC-3021/8 on a 19" rack or on a panel. These flanges can be
installed on the front side for rack mounting or on the rear side for
panel mounting.
Four rubber stands can be attached to the bottom of the chassis for
desktop operation. They are not required for rack operation.
There are ventilation holes on the top and bottom of the chassis for
cooling. We advise you not to block these holes when installing the
chassis on a rack or placing it on a desktop.

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2.3.3 Installing Peripherals
The device bay of the MIC-3021/8 accepts up to five devices. Howev-
er, the actual available space depends on the system configuration.
The top tray is designed to accomodate an alarm module (the
MIC-3921) and/ or an internal device. See figure 2-4 to install a device
on the top tray.
The lower two trays are occupied by an ATX power supply, therefore
they are available only when the system uses an external power supply
or plug-in power modules.
The mounting brackets shipped with the chassis are designed for
mounting 5.25" devices. For mounting 3.5" devices, extension
brackets are required. These extension brackets are available in PC
shops, or you can contact an Advantech distributor to order them.
Figure 2-4: Install a device on the top tray