IBM ARTIC X.25 User manual

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IBM ARTIC X.25 Interface Co-Processor
PCI Adapter
Guide to Operations

IBM ARTIC X.25 Interface Co-Processor
PCI Adapter
Guide to Operations
IBM

Important
Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read all the
information in Appendix B, “Notices.”
Before installing or removing an adapter, be sure to study the Connect/Disconnect
sequence diagram for cables in “Safety Information” on page B-2.
First Edition (August 1996)
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The warranties provided by IBM in this Statement of Limited Warranty apply only to
Machines you originally purchase for your use, and not for resale, from IBM or your
reseller. The term “Machine” means an IBM machine, its features, conversions,
upgrades, elements, or accessories, or any combination of them. Unless IBM
specifies otherwise, the following warranties apply only in the country where you
acquire the Machine. If you have any questions, contact IBM or your reseller.
International Business Machines Corporation Armonk, New York, 10504
Machine: IBM ARTIC X.25 Interface Co-Processor PCI Adapter
Warranty Period*: This Feature assumes the Warranty period of the IBM
host in which it is installed. For all other conditions, the Warranty period is
three years.
*Elements and accessories are warranted for three months. Contact your place
of purchase for warranty service information.
Production Status
Each Machine is manufactured from new parts, or new and used parts. In some
cases, the Machine may not be new and may have been previously installed.
Regardless of the Machine’s production status, IBM’s warranty terms apply.
The IBM Warranty for Machines
IBM warrants that each Machine 1) is free from defects in materials and workmanship
and 2) conforms to IBM's Official Published Specifications. The warranty period for a
Machine is a specified, fixed period commencing on its Date of Installation. The date
on your receipt is the Date of Installation, unless IBM or your reseller informs you
otherwise.
During the warranty period IBM or your reseller, if authorized by IBM, will provide
warranty service under the type of service designated for the Machine and will
manage and install engineering changes that apply to the Machine.
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upgrade, IBM or your reseller may require that the Machine on which it is installed be
1) for certain Machines, the designated, serial-numbered Machine and 2) at an
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your place of purchase and your money will be refunded.
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Statement to that user. However, for Machines that have a life-time warranty, this
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IBM at 1-800-465-6666. You may be required to present proof of purchase.
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remove all features, parts, options, alterations, and attachments not under warranty
service. You also agree to ensure that the Machine is free of any legal obligations or
restrictions that prevent its exchange.
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1. Obtain authorization from the owner to have IBM or your reseller service a
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a. Follow the problem determination, problem analysis, and service request
procedures that IBM or your reseller provide,
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c. Inform IBM or your reseller of changes in a Machine's location.
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Machine or parts identification labels, or failure caused by a product for which IBM is
not responsible.
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CONDITIONS, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING, BUT NOT LIMITED
TO, THE IMPLIED WARRANTIES OR CONDITIONS OF
MERCHANTABILITY AND FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR PURPOSE.
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THESE WARRANTIES GIVE YOU SPECIFIC LEGAL RIGHTS AND YOU
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TO JURISDICTION. SOME JURISDICTIONS DO NOT ALLOW THE
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1. Damages for bodily injury (including death) and damage to real property and
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that is the subject of the claim.
UNDER NO CIRCUMSTANCES IS IBM LIABLE FOR ANY OF THE
FOLLOWING: 1) THIRD-PARTY CLAIMS AGAINST YOU FOR LOSSES
OR DAMAGES (OTHER THAN THOSE UNDER THE FIRST ITEM LISTED
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Contents
About This Book ........................... ix
Related Publications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . ix
Chapter 1. Product Description . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-2
Adapter Cable Options ........................ 1-3
Chapter 2. Installation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Installation Requirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Hardware Tools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices ................ 2-2
Installation Instructions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-2
Step 1: Install the PCI Co-Processor Adapter in the System
Unit . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Step 2. Download the Diagnostics and Operating System
Support Programs . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-5
Step 3: Run Diagnostics to Verify Installation ........ 2-7
Step 4: Connect the Optional Adapter Cable ......... 2-8
Chapter 3. Connector Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Pin Numbers . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-1
Pin Assignments . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 3-2
X.21 Connector Information ................... 3-2
X.21 bis (V.24) Connector Information ............. 3-3
Chapter 4. Problem Determination Procedures ....... 4-1
System Unit Diagnostics ....................... 4-2
PCI Co-Processor Adapter Diagnostics Test ........... 4-3
Blank Screen, Blinking Cursor, or Non-Decipherable Data . 4-5
Configuration Screen . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-7
Configuration Check . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-8
Co-Processor Adapter Test .................. 4-10
FRU and Error Code Table .................. 4-12
Interface Test . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-13
Co-Processor Adapter Not Recognized ........... 4-15
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Removal and Replacement Procedures ............. 4-17
Co-Processor Adapter Removal ................ 4-18
Co-Processor Adapter Replacement ............. 4-20
Service Parts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-22
Assembly 1: PCI Co-Processor Adapter .......... 4-22
Assembly 2: Cables and Wrap Plugs ............ 4-23
Appendix A. Special Configuration Information ....... A-1
Creating an ICAPARM.PRM File .................. A-1
Adding an ICAPARM.PRM File Entry for the PCI
Co-Processor Adapter . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . A-2
Base I/O Address Considerations ................ A-2
Example 1 — for One Co-Processor Adapter ......... A-3
Example 2 — for Multiple Co-Processor Adapters ...... A-4
Changing Your CONFIG.SYS File ................. A-5
Ctrl+Alt+Del Reset Considerations ................. A-5
Selecting an Interrupt Level for the PCI Co-Processor Adapter A-5
Appendix B. Notices . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-1
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2
Required Electronic Emission and Connectivity Notices .... B-4
Class A Federal Communications Commission Statement . B-4
Industry Canada Compliance Statement ............ B-5
European Union (EU) Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive B-5
Germany . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-5
Japan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-7
Korea . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-7
Trademarks and Service Marks .................. B-7
Microcode Notice to Customers .................. B-8
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About This Book
This manual contains the following information for the IBM ARTIC
X.25 Interface Co-Processor PCI adapter (referred to as the PCI
co-processor adapter throughout this book):
A description of the adapter and the optional cables
Installation requirements and instructions
Connector information
Problem determination procedures and a list of field-replaceable
units (FRUs)
Special configuration information.
This manual is written for an experienced computer operator or a
person who sets up, uses, or programs the PCI co-processor adapter
with IBM computer products.
Related Publications
Operating and installing documentation provided with your
personal computer system.
Reference, service, and diagnostic documentation available for
your computer system.
Operating system-specific information, for example, DOS, OS/2,
and so forth.
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Chapter 1. Product Description
The IBM ARTIC X.25 Interface Co-Processor PCI adapter (called
PCI co-processor adapter throughout this book), with supporting
software, enables the attachment of a PCI-bus-compatible personal
computer system to an X.25 Packet-Switched Network so the
personal computer system can operate as a packet terminal.
Synchronous connection to the network is supported through an
interface that can be configured as either X.21 or X.21 bis using a
selectable optional cable.
The PCI co-processor adapter has its own microprocessor and
memory, allowing it to perform communications functions.
Highlights
The PCI co-processor adapter provides:
80C186XL microprocessor
512KB of dynamic random-access memory (DRAM)
Communications port that can, through optional cables, support
the X.25 layer through any one of the following interfaces:
– X.21 up to 64KBps duplex
– X.21
bis /V.24 (RS-232C) up to 19.2KBps duplex
– X.21 bis /V.35 up to 56KBps duplex
Automatic recognition of the selected interface cable
Capacity for the concurrent support of up to 250 virtual channels
Multiple card installation capability.
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Specifications
Size
Length: 181 mm (7.125 inches)
Width: 17.5 mm (0.7 inches)
Height: 127 mm (5.0 inches)
Weight: 0.15 kg (0.33 lbs)
Environment
Air temperature:
Operating: 10 to 35°C (50 to 95°F)
Non-Operating: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°F).
Humidity:
Operating: 5% through 90%.
Electrical
Optimum Voltages: Maximum Current:
+4.8 V dc to +5.25 V dc 1.2 A
+11.3 V dc to +12.7 V dc 10 mA
–11.3 V dc to –12.7 V dc 16 mA
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Adapter Cable Options
The following adapter cables are available as options:
X.21 Cable (FRU Part Number 16F1865)
The X.21 cable is 3 meters (9.9 feet) long. It has a 37-pin
female connector at the adapter end and a 15-pin male
connector at the other end.
X.21
bis (V.24) Cable (FRU Part Number 16F1869)
The X.21
bis (V.24) cable length is 3 meters (9.9 feet) long. It
has a 37-pin female connector on one end and a 25-pin male
connector at the other end.
X.21
bis (V.35) Cable (FRU Part Number 16F1871).
The X.21
bis (V.35) cable length is 3 meters (9.9 feet) long. It
has a 37-pin female connector on one end and a 34-pin male
connector at the other end.
Note: These are the same cables used on the IBM X.25 Interface
Co-Processor/2 adapter on Micro Channel-based personal
computer systems and X.25 Interface Co-Processor used on
AT-compatible personal computer systems.
Product Description 1-3

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Chapter 2. Installation
This chapter lists the hardware and software/microcode requirements
and provides information for setting up and installing the IBM PCI
co-processor adapter.
Installation Requirements
The PCI co-processor adapter requires the following hardware,
software, and microcode.
Hardware
The PCI co-processor adapter requires a half-length, 5-volt,
32-bit slot. It can be installed into any PCI-compliant computer.
The Electronic Emission statement in this manual may be
different than the Electronic Emission statement in the manual
that came with your system. Use the Electronic Emission
statement that corresponds to higher emission test limits.
One of the following electrical interface cables (or equivalent).
The cable dimensions are listed under “Adapter Cable Options”
on page 1-3.
– Cable Option X.21
– Cable Option V.24
– Cable Option V.35
Hardware Tools
Medium-size flat-blade screwdriver
Optional:
– Medium screwstarter
– 3/16-inch nutdriver
– 1/4-inch nutdriver.
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Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
Components for your PCI co-processor adapter can be damaged by
static discharges. To prevent this damage, your PCI co-processor
adapter is wrapped in an antistatic bag. Observe the following
precautions when handling the adapter:
Keep the adapter in its antistatic bag until you are ready to install
the adapter into your personal computer system.
Make the least possible movement with your body to minimize
the electrostatic charges created by contact with clothing fibers,
carpets, and furniture.
If possible, keep one hand on the computer chassis when you
are inserting an adapter into or removing an adapter from the
system unit; always switch off the power before performing either
task.

Do not touch the printed circuit. Where possible, hold the
adapter by its edges, but do not touch the metal edge
connectors.
Do not place the adapter on the machine cover or on a metal
table. Machine covers and metal tables increase the risk of
damage because they make a discharge path from your body
through the adapter.
Do not allow the adapter to be touched accidentally by others.
Installation Instructions
The hardware installation process for the PCI co-processor adapter
includes completing the following procedures:
Installing the PCI co-processor adapter in the system unit
(starting on page 2-3)
Running diagnostics to verify installation (page 2-7)
Connecting the adapter cable (page 2-8).
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Step 1: Install the PCI Co-Processor Adapter in the
System Unit
Use the following steps as general information for installing your PCI
co-processor adapter. For specific adapter installation instructions,
consult the operating manual or the installation and setup manual for
your specific personal computer system.
1. Set all power switches to Off.
2. Unplug the power cords from the wall outlets.
3. Remove the cable-retaining brackets from the rear of the system
unit and display.
4. Disconnect all cables from the rear of the system unit.
5. Use a flat-blade screwdriver or 1/4-inch nutdriver to remove the
cover mounting screws (if present) from the system unit.
6. Remove the system-unit cover.
7. Locate an available PCI expansion slot in your system unit.
8. Use a flat-blade screwdriver or a 3/16-inch nutdriver to remove
the screw that holds the expansion-slot cover in place (see the
next page). Lift the expansion-slot cover from the system unit.
9. Hold the PCI co-processor adapter (still wrapped in the anti-static
bag) in one hand and touch a metal part of your system unit with
the other hand. This places your body, the adapter, and the
system unit at the same ground potential, thus preventing an
accidental static discharge.
10. Carefully remove the adapter from the anti-static bag. Be sure to
grasp circuit boards by the edges only; do not touch the
component pins or solder joints.
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11. Install the adapter by holding it by the top and firmly pressing it
into the expansion slot.
12. Align the slot in the card-retaining bracket with the hole in the
rear panel of the system unit.
13. Insert and tighten the screw to secure the card-retaining bracket
to the rear panel of the system unit.
14. If you have other adapters (or options) to install, do so now.
Refer to the Operating and Installation documentation provided
with your computer system if more information is required for
other adapters or options.
15. Replace the system-unit cover.
16. Reconnect all cables previously removed from the system unit.
17. Plug all power cords into electrical outlets.
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