IBM ARTIC186 II User manual

IBM
IBM ARTIC186
8-Port Adapter
Guide to Operations

IBM
IBM ARTIC186
8-Port Adapter
Guide to Operations

Important
Before using this information and the product it supports, be sure to read the information under Appendix B, “Notices.”
See “Safety Information” on page B-2 before installing or removing an adapter.
Third Edition (July 1999)
This edition replaces and makes obsolete the previous edition, 87H3858.
 Copyright International Business Machines Corporation 1997, 1999. All rights reserved.
Note to U.S. Government Users — Documentation related to restricted rights — Use, duplication or disclosure is subject to
restrictions set forth in GSA ADP Schedule Contract with IBM Corp.

Contents
About This Book ................................................. v
RelatedInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . v
Chapter1.ProductDescription . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Highlights . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Specifications . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 1-1
Optional Adapter Cables ............................................ 1-2
Manuals and Software Support......................................... 1-2
Chapter 2.Installation and Requirements................................. 2-1
InstallationRequirements . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Hardware . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
HardwareTools . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Software/Microcode . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-1
Handling Static-Sensitive Devices...................................... 2-2
ConfigurationRecord . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-3
Switch and Jumper Locations ........................................ 2-4
InstallationProcedure . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 2-4
Configuring the IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter .............................. 2-4
Installing the IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter .............................. 2-12
Downloading the Diagnostics and Operating-System Support Programs .............. 2-13
Running Diagnostics to Verify Installation ................................ 2-13
Connecting the Optional Adapter Cable ................................. 2-13
Installing the Microcode and Support Programs............................. 2-13
Setting Up the Configuration Files .................................... 2-13
Chapter 3.Replacing the IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter........................ 3-1
Removing the Adapter .............................................. 3-1
Installing the New Adapter ........................................... 3-2
Chapter 4.Cables and Connectors ..................................... 4-1
CableInformation . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-1
Cable and Cable Wrap Plug Part Numbers .................................. 4-2
ConnectorDescriptions . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 4-3
Chapter 5.Problem Determination Procedures ............................. 5-1
ProblemDetermination . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-1
Diagnostic Wrap Plugs.............................................. 5-2
ServiceParts . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . 5-2
Appendix A.Special Configuration Information for DOS and OS/2 ................. A-1
Creating an ICAPARM.PRM File ........................................ A-1
Adding an ICAPARM.PRM File Entry.................................... A-1
Base I/O Address Considerations ...................................... A-1
Example 1:One IBM ARTIC Adapter ................................... A-2
Example 2:Multiple IBM ARTIC Adapters ................................ A-3
Changing Your CONFIG.SYS File ....................................... A-3
Ctrl+Alt+Del Reset Considerations ....................................... A-4
Selecting an Interrupt Level ........................................... A-4
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Trademarks and Service Marks ........................................ B-1
Safety Information . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-2
Required Electronic Emission and Connectivity Notices .......................... B-3
Class A Federal Communications Commission Statement ....................... B-3
Industry Canada Compliance Statement .................................. B-3
United Kingdom . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-3
European Union (EU) Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive ..................... B-3
Germany . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-4
Japan . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . B-5
Microcode Notice to Customers ........................................ B-5
Index . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . X-1
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About This Book
This book contains the following:
A description of the adapter and optional cables
Installation requirements and instructions
Switch and jumper settings
Connector information
Problem determination procedures and a list of replacement parts
A configuration table
This book is written for an experienced computer operator or a person who sets up, uses, or programs the
8-port adapter with IBM computer products.
Related Information
Operating and installation documentation provided with your personal computer system.
Reference, service, and diagnostic documentation available for your computer system.
Operating-system specific information; for example, DOS, or OS/2.
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Chapter 1. Product Description
The IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter ( 8-port adapter ) provides up to eight serial communications links
through optional cables. It can be installed in any computer with an ISA bus.
The 8-port adapter has its own microprocessor and memory, allowing it to perform communications
functions independent of the system operation.
Highlights
The 8-port adapter provides:
An 80C186 microprocessor
1 MB of dynamic random-access memory (RAM)
16 KB of read-only memory, providing power-on self-test and diagnostic functions
Installation of more than one 8-port adapter
Eight communications ports using RS-232 and RS-485 interfaces through optional cables. The 8-port
adapter supports a single port operating at a maximum of 38400 bps duplexed or eight ports, each
operating at up to 9600 bps duplexed.
Note: Applications programmed for an RS-422 interface can use the RS-485 interface.
Specifications
Physical
Length: 340.4 millimeters (13.4 inches)
Width: 17.5 millimeters (0.7 inches)
Height: 106.7 millimeters (4.2 inches)
Weight: 230 grams (8.0 ounces)
Environment
Air temperature:
Operating: 0 to 60°C (32 to 140°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 1.50 A
–5.5 V dc to –4.525 V dc 0 mA
+11.3 V dc to +12.7 V dc 175 mA
–10.8 V dc to –13.2 V dc 150 mA
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Optional Adapter Cables
The following adapter cables are available as options:
8-Port Direct Modem Attachment Cable
The cable is 1.8 meters (6 feet) long. It has a 78-pin female connector at one end and eight cables
with 25-pin male connectors at the other end.
Multiport 8-Port Interface Cable
The cable is 3.0 meters (9.8 feet) long. It has a 78-pin female connector at one end and eight 25-pin
male connectors in a breakout box at the other end.
Note: These cables are the same as those used with the IBM ARTIC Multiport adapter.
Manuals and Software Support
Manuals and software support (operating-system and diagnostic programs) are available for downloading
at:
http://www.radisys.com/support/artic/ibm
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Chapter 2. Installation and Requirements
This chapter lists the hardware and software/microcode requirements and provides information for
configuring and installing the 8-port adapter.
Installation Requirements
The 8-port adapter requires the following hardware, software, and microcode.
Hardware
A full-length ISA slot
Note: The FCC classification for this adapter might be different than the one of your system. After
installing the adapter, use the FCC classification of the adapter as your system classification.
One of the following interface cables or an equivalent (see Chapter 4, “Cables and Connectors” for a
description of the cables):
– 8-Port Direct Modem Attach Cable
– Multiport Interface Cable
Hardware Tools
Medium-size flat-blade screwdriver
Optional:
– Medium screwstarter
– 3/16-inch nutdriver
– 1/4-inch nutdriver
Software/Microcode
| See the Web site http://radisys.com/support/artic/ibm for a list of supported operating systems and support
programs.
| The control program for the 8-port adapter is loaded into RAM on the adapter. The control program is part
| of the realtime control microcode that can be downloaded from the Web. For downloading instructions,
| see “Downloading the Diagnostics and Operating-System Support Programs” on page 2-13.
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Handling Static-Sensitive Devices
Components for your 8-port adapter can be damaged by static discharges. To prevent this damage, your
8-port adapter is wrapped in an anti-static bag. Observe the following precautions when handling the
adapter:
Keep the adapter in its anti-static bag until you are ready to install the adapter into your personal
computer system.
Make the fewest possible movements with your body to minimize the electrostatic charges created by
motion against clothing, fibers, carpets, and furniture.
Whenever possible, keep one hand on the computer chassis as you are installing or removing an
adapter. Always turn off the power before performing either task.
Do not touch the printed circuit. Where possible, hold the adapter by its plastic end pieces or 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.
Keep the adapter out of the way to prevent others from touching the adapter.
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Configuration Record
Record the switch and jumper settings for your adapter in the following table. Later, you can refer to this
information whenever you run the diagnostics or replace the adapter.
Identifying Adapter Levels
There are two levels of the 8-port adapter. The two levels are functionally the same; however, the port
numbering of the port-selection jumpers and the arrangement of the communication-clock jumpers are
different.
You can identify the level of the adapter by the location of the option switches (see Figure 2-1 on
page 2-4). On the later level adapter, the option switches are located closer to the connector.
Table 2-1. Configuration Records
Description Setting
Bus Width
On = 8 bit BW ___
Edge Connector
On = Double ED ___
I/O Base Address
(On or Off) C8 ___ C4 ___ C2 ___ C1 ___
Interrupt Level
(On or Off) L4 ___ L2 ___ L1 ___
Clock Jumpers Port 0 Clock Port 1 Clock
Rec
___ Tran ___ Rec ___ Tran ___
Port Interface Port 0
___ Port 1 ___ Port 2 ___ Port 3 ___
Port 4
___ Port 5 ___ Port 6 ___ Port 7 ___
Installation and Requirements 2-3

Switch and Jumper Locations
The component locations differ depending on the level of the adapter. However, the function and settings
of the jumpers and switches are the same.
Figure 2-1. Switch and Jumper Locations
Installation Procedure
To install the 8-port adapter, perform the following steps.
Review the precautions on handling static-sensitive devices (page 2-2).
Set the option switches and jumpers (starting on page 2-4).
Install the adapter (page 2-12).
Download the operating system support and diagnostic programs (page 2-13).
Run diagnostics to verify the installation (page 2-13).
Connect the optional cable (page 2-13).
Set up the configuration files (page 2-13).
Configuring the IBM ARTIC186 8-Port Adapter
Before installing the 8-port adapter in the computer, set the switches and jumpers on the adapter as
required for your installation. As you configure the adapter, record these settings in Table 2-1 on
page 2-3.
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The 8-port adapter has a 10-position switch block that selects configuration options for the adapter. The
option switches are preset during manufacture to the following values.
If your installation requires settings different than the preset values, perform each of the following.
“Setting the Bus Width”
“Setting the ISA Connector Type” on page 2-6
“Setting the Base I/O Address” on page 2-6
“Setting the Interrupt Level” on page 2-8
Setting the Bus Width: Switch 10 (BW) sets the width of the data bus. If the adapter is in an 8-bit
ISA slot (single-edge connector), the switch must be set to an 8-bit data bus. If the adapter is in a 16-bit
slot, the switch can be set to an 8-bit or 16-bit data bus.
Note: All IBM ARTIC adapters in a system must be set to the same width.
|10 (BW)|9 (ED)|8 (C8)|7 (C4)|6 (C2)|5 (C1)|4|3 (L4)|2 (L2)|1 (L1)
On On On On On On Off Off On On
Switch Number Factory Setting
10 8-bit data bus
9 Double-edge connector (16-bit ISA)
8+7+6+5 Base address: 02A0h
4 Not used
3+2+1 IRQ 10
Figure 2-2. Bus-Width Switch
Switch 10 (BW) Data Bus Width
On 8-bit
Off 16-bit
Installation and Requirements 2-5

Setting the ISA Connector Type: Switch 9 (ED) specifies the type of system connector used
with the adapter: the double connector (16-bit ISA connector) or the single connector (8-bit ISA
connector).
Figure 2-3. ISA Connector Type Switch
Switch 9 (ED) Edge-Connector
On Adapter is in a
double-connector slot
Off Adapter is in a
single-connector slot
Setting the Base I/O Address: Switches 5 through 8 (C1, C2, C4, and C8) select the base I/O
address.
If you install more than one IBM ARTIC adapter in ISA slots, set each adapter to a unique base I/O
address to prevent resource conflicts.
Note: Adapters installed in PCI slots are configured automatically and do not affect the settings for
adapters installed in ISA slots.
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Record the instance number of the adapter (the first adapter is instance 0) and the base address in the
configuration information for your system. Use the lowest base address first.
Figure 2-4. Base I/O Address Switches
Switches Base I/O
Address Physical Card Designation8 (C8) 7 (C4) 6 (C2) 5 (C1)
On On On On 02A0 0
On On On Off 06A0 1
On On Off On 0AA0 2
On On Off Off 0EA0 3
On Off On On 12A0 4
On Off On Off 16A0 5
On Off Off On 1AA0 6
On Off Off Off 1EA0 7
Off On On On 22A0 8
Off On On Off 26A0 9
Off On Off On 2AA0 10
Off On Off Off 2EA0 11
Off Off On On 32A0 12
Off Off On Off 36A0 13
Off Off Off On 3AA0 14
Off Off Off Off 3EA0 15
Installation and Requirements 2-7

Setting the Interrupt Level: Switches 1 through 3 (L1, L2, and L4) select the interrupt level used
by the adapter when it is installed in an ISA expansion slot. For information on selecting the interrupt
level, see “Selecting an Interrupt Level” on page A-4.
If you install more than one IBM ARTIC adapter in ISA slots, set them to the same interrupt level (the IBM
ARTIC adapters are designed to share the interrupt level with other IBM ARTIC adapters).
Figure 2-5. Interrupt Level Switches
Switches Interrupt
Level3 (L4) 2 (L2) 1 (L1)
On On On 3
On On Off 4
On Off On 7
On Off Off 9 (or 2)
Off On On 10 (default)
Off On Off 11
Off Off On 12
Off Off Off 15
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Setting Communication Clock Jumpers: Set the communication-clock jumpers for ports 0 and
1 as shown. The jumper settings are described on the following pages.
The location of the receive- and transmit-clock jumpers for ports 0 and 1 are different for the two levels of
the adapter. The following shows the jumper locations for both adapters and the valid settings for each
port.
Figure 2-6. Communication Jumper Settings
Port 0 or 1
Configuration
Receive
Clock Transmit Clock
Remote clock
Transmit clock divided by 16
Transmit clock divided by 32
Installation and Requirements 2-9

Transmit Clock Jumpers: The transmit-clock jumpers determine whether the transmit clocks for ports 0
and 1 are an output (the data-terminal equipment provides the clock) or an input (the data-communications
equipment provides the clock).
The following shows the settings for transmit clock jumpers.
Receive Clock Jumpers: The receive-clock jumpers determine whether the external receive clock for
ports 0 and 1 is driven by:
A remote clock
The transmit clock divided by 16
The transmit clock divided by 32
Note: If the transmit clock for port 0 or 1 is set as the input clock, the corresponding receive-clock jumper
must be set to the remote-clock position.
If the transmit clock for port 0 or 1 is set as an output clock, the corresponding receive-clock
jumper must be set to the divided-by-16 or divided-by-32 position.
The following shows the settings for the receive-clock jumpers.
Port 0 or 1 Description
Output clock to external device
Input clock from external device
Port 0 or 1 Description
Remote clock
Transmit clock divided by 16
Transmit clock divided by 32
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