M-Systems Flash Disk Pioneers DiskOnChip User manual

User Manual
DiskOnChip®PCI Evaluation
Board
JANUARY 2002
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Table of Contents
1Introduction ................................................................................................................................ 3
1.1 Supported Devices ...............................................................................................................3
1.2 Features ............................................................................................................................... 4
2DiskOnChip PCI EVB Package Contents................................................................................. 4
3System Requirements ............................................................................................................... 4
4DiskOnChip PCI EVB Board Contents ..................................................................................... 5
4.1 Determining the Base Address............................................................................................. 5
4.2 Selecting the Voltage ...........................................................................................................5
4.3 Locking Protected Areas ...................................................................................................... 6
4.4 Working in 16-Bit Mode ........................................................................................................ 6
4.5 Disabling TSOP Devices Soldered On-Board ...................................................................... 6
5Installing and Configuring the DiskOnChip PCI EVB ............................................................. 7
5.1 Installing DiskOnChip as an Additional Disk Drive ............................................................... 7
5.2 Using the DiskOnChip EVB as a Boot Device (DOS Example)............................................ 7
5.3 Identifying DiskOnChip in the EVB ....................................................................................... 8
5.4 Reformatting DiskOnChip..................................................................................................... 8
6Additional Software Utilities for the DiskOnChip PCI EVB .................................................... 8
6.1 Using PMC Connectors........................................................................................................ 8
7Order Information ...................................................................................................................... 9
8Troubleshooting....................................................................................................................... 10
How to Contact Us .......................................................................................................................... 12
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1 Introduction
The DiskOnChip PCI Evaluation Board (EVB) provides a quick, easy way to evaluate the
DiskOnChip in platforms with a PCI extension slot. The EVB is a useful tool for designers who need
to evaluate, program, duplicate or test the DiskOnChip, even before their target platform is available.
Once installed, the DiskOnChip PCI EVB can be accessed as an additional disk drive or as a boot
device.
M-Systems’ DiskOnChip products are high-performance, single-chip flash disks that provide full
hard drive emulation for all major operating systems and platforms. This unique product line offers a
complete data storage solution for applications in which mechanical hard drives cannot be used, such
as embedded systems, Internet access devices, network computers and mobile systems. DiskOnChip
Millennium Plus provides superior performance through a true 16-bit bus interface, and offers
security-enabling and data-protection features.
1.1 Supported Devices
The DiskOnChip PCI EVB supports the entire DiskOnChip product line, including:
• DiskOnChip Millennium Plus: 48-pin TSOP-I single-chip flash disk. Available capacity:
32MB. Features a true 16-bit data bus, data read/write protection and security-enabling
capabilities, 1KB XIP boot block and a ROM-like One Time Programming area (OTP).
• Mobile DiskOnChip: 63-ball BGA single-chip flash disk. Available capacity: 16MB. Includes a
1KB XIP boot block.
• DiskOnChip 2000 TSOP: 48-pin TSOP-I single-chip flash disk. Available capacity: 16MB.
Includes a 1KB XIP boot block.
Note: Software utilities and driver version 5.0 and higher are required for all above devices.
• DiskOnChip Millennium: 32-pin DIP or 32-pin TSOP-II single-chip flash disk. Available
capacity: 8MB. Includes a 512-byte XIP boot block.
• DiskOnChip 2000: 32-pin DIP flash disk. Available capacities: 8MB to 576MB.
• DiskOnChip DIMM 2000: 144-pin Small Outline DIMM (Dual In-Line Memory Module) flash
disk. Available capacities: 16MB to 256MB.
A TrueFFS driver is required to work with any of the DiskOnChip products,. TrueFFS is natively
supported by every major OS, such as Windows CE, Windows 2000, QNX, and VxWorks. The latest
TrueFFS drivers can be obtained from M-Systems for these operating systems and others, such as
DOS, Linux, pSOS and NT Embedded. For other environments (including OS-less) the TrueFFS
Software Development Kit (SDK) can be obtained. When using DiskOnChip as the boot device in a
non-x86 environment, M-Systems’ Boot Software Development Kit (Boot SDK) package is required.
Contact M-Systems regarding availability for both packages.
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1.2 Features
The DiskOnChip PCI EVB includes the following features:
• Support for the current DiskOnChip product line.
• An independent memory window for each device on-board. Up to four DiskOnChip form factors
can be activated simultaneously on this EVB.
• Support for 3.3V and 5V DIP and DIMM devices.
• Support for 3.3V TSOP-I and TSOP-II products.
• Variable 8-bit or 16-bit operation mode (relevant for DiskOnChip Millennium Plus).
• Support for the DiskOnChip Millennium Plus hardware protection option, including the Lock#
signal.
• Two fixed memory base address are available for each DiskOnChip socket on board (using
jumper).
• Available jumpers for disabling TSOP-I and/or TSOP-II devices soldered on-board.
2 DiskOnChip PCI EVB Package Contents
The DiskOnChip PCI EVB package includes the following:
• DiskOnChip PCI EVB
Note: Five different ordering configurations are available. Verify you have received the one you ordered (refer to
Table 7 on page 9).
• Release Letter
• Quick Installation Guide
• DiskOnChip Data CD with:
 Software utilities and tools
 Additional documentation
Note: It is recommended to download the latest software utilities from our website at www.m-sys.com.
• M-Systems limited warranty
3 System Requirements
• PC or any other platform with free PCI bus slots.
• 32KB free memory space (between C800 and E800).
• It is recommended to have a bootable DOS diskette on hand as all software utilities included are
compiled for DOS.
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4 DiskOnChip PCI EVB Board Contents
The DiskOnChip PCI EVB can host up to four DiskOnChip form factors (DIP, DIMM, TSOP-II and
TSOP-I) simultaneously. You can also cascade up to two TSOP-II devices and up to four TSOP-I
devices.
Table 1: Jumpers and Indicators
Item Description
J1 Sets the DiskOnChip start address (DiskOnChip requires only an 8KB window)
J2 Sets the data protection pin of DiskOnChip Millennium Plus (Lock#)
J3 Sets DiskOnChip Millennium Plus to 8-bit or 16-bit mode (IF_CFG)
J5 Sets DiskOnChip Millennium Plus (DIMM) to 8-bit or 16-bit mode (IF_CFG)
J6 Select 3.3V or 5V operation in the DIP and DIMM sockets
J16 Enables/Disables TSOP-II devices soldered on-board
J17 Enables/Disables TSOP-I devices soldered on-board
D1 DiskOnChip DIP and DIMM activity indicator (Chip Enable status)
D2 DiskOnChip TSOP-I and TSOP-II activity indicator (Chip Enable status)
D3 Power indicator LED
4.1 Determining the Base Address
The DiskOnChip PCI EVB supports up to four DiskOnChips in parallel, each residing in a separate
memory address. Table 2 defines the memory table for J1.
Table 2: J1 DiskOnChip Memory Table
Device Type J1, pins 1 and 2 (U8) J1, pins 2 and 3 (U9)*
TSOP-I C800 D000
TSOP-II CA00 D200
DIP CC00 D400
DIMM CE00 D600
* Default factory settings
4.2 Selecting the Voltage
Use J6 (refer to Table 3) to determine the voltage supplied to the DIP and SODIMM sockets.
Note: TSOP sockets are 3.3V only!
Table 3: Selecting Operating Voltage – J6
Jumper Pins 1 and 2 Pins 2 and 3*
J6 5V 3.3V
* Default factory settings
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4.3 Locking Protected Areas
When setting the Lock# pin, DiskOnChip Millennium Plus will not allow writing to write-protected
areas or access to read-protected areas, even when the correct password is entered.
Use J2 to set the Lock# state of DiskOnChip Millennium Plus (refer to Table 4).
Table 4: J2 Settings
#Lock J2 State
Enable SHORT
Disable*N.C.
* Default factory settings
4.4 Working in 16-Bit Mode
When setting the IF_CFG pin, DiskOnChip Millennium Plus will work in full 16-bit mode, thus
achieving approximately twice the performance. This is only applicable for the TSOP-I and the
DIMM sockets.
Table 5: J3 and J5 Settings
Jumper State Outcome
SHORT TSOP-I socket will work in 8-bit modeJ3
N.C* TSOP-I socket will work in 16-bit mode
SHORT* DIMM socket will work in 8-bit modeJ5
N.C DIMM socket will work in 16-bit mode
* Default factory settings
4.5 Disabling TSOP Devices Soldered On-Board
You may use J16 and J17 to disable DiskOnChip devices soldered on-board (either TSOP-I or
TSOP-II) without having to physically remove them from the board (refer to Table 6).
Table 6: J16 and J17 Settings
Jumper State Outcome
J16 SHORT TSOP-II devices are disabled
J17 SHORT TSOP-I devices are disabled
* The default factory setting for J16 and J17 is N.C. (meaning the TSOP-I and TSOP-II sockets are enabled).
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5 Installing and Configuring the DiskOnChip PCI EVB
When installing the DiskOnChip PCI EVB as a bootable drive in operating systems other then DOS,
make sure to place the relevant systems files on DiskOnChip (i.e., execute according to Section 5.1,
then install the systems files and continue with Section 5.2).
In Windows systems, the New hardware found message is displayed each time you boot with the
PCI board plugged in. To suppress this message, select the option to install a driver, then select the
DOC_PCI.INF file located in the PCI_EVB directory of the DiskOnChip software utilities. This will
NOT install a driver, but will inform Windows of the new hardware and prevent the message from
being displayed during boot-up.
When working with the EVB in environments other then PC, you must use the DiskOnChip Boot
SDK to enable your boot code to access DiskOnChip and load your OS and drivers.
Additional information, scenarios and advice regarding using DiskOnChip as a bootable drive is
available in the DiskOnChip Software Utilities User Manual.
5.1 Installing DiskOnChip as an Additional Disk Drive
DOS Example
1. Mount DiskOnChip(s) on the EVB in the appropriate socket (SODIMM, DIP, TSOP).
2. Insert the EVB into a free PCI slot (make sure your host is powered OFF).
3. Power ON your computer (host).
Note: TSOP devices require formatting before proceeding to step 4 (refer to the DiskOnChip Software Utilities
Manual on our website).
You may now access the EVB as an additional drive. When using other operating systems you may
need to first install the DiskOnChip driver (see the DiskOnChip OS-specific installation manuals).
5.2 Using the DiskOnChip EVB as a Boot Device (DOS Example)
The DiskOnChip EVB may be used either as an additional hard drive or as the system’s boot device
(drive [C:]). When shipped, DiskOnChip default settings cause it to be installed as the next available
drive. This will typically be drive [D:] if the system already includes another drive. To convert it into
a bootable DOS drive, perform the following:
1. Boot the system and ensure that the DiskOnChip EVB is correctly installed as an additional
drive.
2. Copy your system files onto the DiskOnChip by typing FORMAT D: /S or SYS D: (assuming
DiskOnChip is registered as drive [D:]).
3. Remove your hard drive or type DFORMAT D: (or /WIN:segment) /FIRST /S:DOCnn.EXB
/UPDATE. Observe the following rules:
• The /S flag must be used when the /FIRST flag is used. DOCnn.EXB stands for the
DiskOnChip firmware file name.
• The /UPDATE flag instructs DFORMAT to update the firmware without reformatting the
flash media, keeping the information on it intact (such as the DOS systems files).
4. Reboot the system. After rebooting, the DiskOnChip is identified as drive [C:].
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5.3 Identifying DiskOnChip in the EVB
There are two utilities that can identify the DiskOnChip unit mounted on the EVB. You can use
DINFO when the drivers are correctly loaded (indicated by the sign-on messages display). If the
messages were not displayed, use DINFO/DIRECT to search for DiskOnChip.
DINFO provides information regarding DiskOnChip size, amount of physical flash used, number of
flash devices inside DiskOnChip, drive letter occupied by DiskOnChip, firmware version, and so on.
5.4 Reformatting DiskOnChip
Warning: Running DFORMAT erases all data from DiskOnChip. Make sure to back up your data
before using this utility.
DiskOnChip can be reformatted on-board using the DFORMAT utility. The DFORMAT utility can
be used whether or not the device was recognized by the system and assigned a drive letter.
Assuming DiskOnChip is located at address 0xC800, the format command is:
DFORMAT /WIN:C800 /other flags
After running DFORMAT, you must reset the system to allow the changes to take effect.
Important: Correct initialization of your DiskOnChip must be performed before starting
development. It is highly recommended to thoroughly read the DiskOnChip Software Utilities
Manual in general, and specifically the chapter discussing DFORMAT.
6 Additional Software Utilities for the DiskOnChip PCI EVB
You can use any of the DiskOnChip DOS utilities with the DiskOnChip PCI EVB. Detailed
information can be found in the DiskOnChip Utilities User Manual.
6.1 Using PMC Connectors
You can connect this EVB to boards in which the PCI bus is only accessible through PMC
connectors (such as the MCP750 reference board), by using PMC to PCI adapter cards (vendor
supplied). Additional information and links to these products is available on our website (www.m-
sys.com, “Third Party Tools” located in the DiskOnChip section).
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7 Order Information
The DiskOnChip PCI EVB can be ordered in various configurations, depending on the DiskOnChip
unit to be evaluated. Refer to Table 7 as an aid in deciding which configuration you should order for
your system. Note that the DIP and SODIMM sockets are available in all configurations.
Table 7: Ordering Information
DiskOnChip Products Supported
Ordering Info Remarks
2000
DIP
2000
DIMM
Millennium
TSOP-II
2000
TSOP
Millennium
Plus
TSOP-I
DOC-DIP-DIMM-EVB-PCI Only DIP and SODIMM sockets are
available on-board. 33
DOCM8-TSOP-II-EVB-PCI The 8MB TSOP-II DiskOnChip
Millennium is soldered on-board and is
included in the price of the package.
333
DOC2000-TSOP-I-EVB-PCI The 16MB DiskOnChip 2000 TSOP-I is
soldered on-board and is included in
the price of the package.
333
DOC-TSOP-I-EVB-PCI-ZIF TSOP-I ZIF socket plus the DIP and
SODIMM sockets make this board
ideal for easy evaluation of any
DiskOnChip.
3333
DOCM32-TSOP-I-EVB-PCI The 32MB TSOP-I DiskOnChip
Millennium Plus is soldered on-board
and is included in the price of the
package.
33 3
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8 Troubleshooting
Item Action
Make sure DiskOnChip is formatted.
Another device may be using the same memory window.
Remove unnecessary cards and check your BIOS configuration.
Another device may be using the same memory window.
Change the base memory address of the DiskOnChip using J1.
Are you working with the EVB in Dell, Gateway, or Compaq
machines? The BIOS in all of these machines reserves all
legacy ISA resource for use by PCI cards. Please use a different
machine.
Many BIOSs try to reserve the legacy ISA resource for use by
PCI cards. Changing the BIOS settings can modify this
behavior. Look for a setting that describes “Shared ISA Memory
Space” and ensure that this option is set to enable the
DiskOnChip window in the base address set with JP1.
The DiskOnChip firmware may need to be trimmed to work with
your BIOS. Please refer to the DiskOnChip software tools
manual and read about the various firmware flags in DFORMAT.
Ensure that pin 1 of DiskOnChip is aligned with Pin 1 pad on the
board. Reverse insertion will render the DiskOnChip unusable.
Are you working with an 8-bit device in 16-bit mode bus? Check
the J3 and J5 settings.
Is the driver loaded? When using OSs other then DOS, follow
the DiskOnChip installation instructions for your specific OS.
When working with the EVB in non-PC architectures, you must
use the DiskOnChip Boot SDK (also known as BDK) to enable
your boot code to identify DiskOnChip and load its driver.
The EVB is not recognized.
Your system may have a reset signal that is shorter than the
standard reset signal defined in the PCI design specifications.
The DiskOnChip PCI EVB is not recognized by these systems.
Make sure you have placed the OS system files on DiskOnChip
(In DOS – Format D: /s).
I can't boot from the EVB.
When working with the EVB in non-PC architectures, you must
use the DiskOnChip Boot SDK (also known as BDK) to enable
your boot code to load your OS directly from DiskOnChip.
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Item Action
I want to disable TSOP devices
soldered on-board without
removing them.
Use J16 and J17 to disable any TSOP-I and TSOP-II
devices soldered on-board the EVB.
How do I suppress the “Found
new hardware” message in
Windows?
When the message is displayed, select the option to install
a driver, then select the DOC_PCI.INF file included with
the DiskOnChip software utilities package, under the
PCI_EVB directory. This will not install a driver but will
suppress the message.
Where can I access additional
tools and information?
DiskOnChip software accessories (including DFORMAT,
DINFO, PUT/GET IMAGE etc.), along with other extensive
DiskOnChip documentation, can be found in the enclosed
CD.
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How to Contact Us
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M-Systems assumes no responsibility for the use of the material described in this document.
Information contained herein supersedes previously published specifications on this device from
M-Systems. M-Systems reserves the right to change this document without notice.