Magma EXPRESSBOX 3400 User manual
EXPRESSBOX3400
UserManual
PCIe to PCIeExpansion
Model
EB3400
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Table of Contents
Preface..................................................................................................................................4
Advisories............................................................................................................................4
Safety Instructions................................................................................................................5
Chapter1ExpressBox3400 Expansion..............................................................................7
ExpressBox 3400 PCIExpress Specifications.........................................................................8
Pre-Installation Information....................................................................................................9
ExpressBox 3400 (7Slot Expansion –Gen3)............................................................................9
Componentsof ExpressBox 3400..........................................................................................10
ToolsRequiredforInstallation..............................................................................................12
Chapter2Hardware Installation.....................................................................................12
Installation-ProceduresOverview..........................................................................................13
Open Enclosure(STEP1)....................................................................................................13
Install ExpansionInterfacecard(STEP2)...............................................................................14
Install HostInterfacecard(STEP3).......................................................................................15
Install PCIeCards(STEP4)..................................................................................................16
Aux PowerConnectors......................................................................................................17
High PowerPCIecardinstallation.......................................................................................17
ConnectPCIeCable (STEP5)................................................................................................19
ToDisconnectCable.........................................................................................................19
Cable Configuration..........................................................................................................20
Attach PowerCord(STEP6).................................................................................................20
Connectto ElectricalOutlet (STEP 7)....................................................................................21
TurnON Expansion Unit (STEP8)..........................................................................................21
PowerON theComputer(STEP9)........................................................................................22
HardwareCheck (STEP10)...................................................................................................22
Check andverifyBackplaneLEDs.......................................................................................22
Check andverifyExpansion CardLEDs...............................................................................22
Check andverifyHostCardLEDs.......................................................................................23
Chapter3Software Installation......................................................................................24
SoftwareCheck-VerifyInstallation (STEP 11)........................................................................24
CheckMagma Device-Windows7and8............................................................................24
Tocheck theMagma DeviceID..........................................................................................24
CheckMagma device-MacOSX.......................................................................................25
CheckMagma device–Linux............................................................................................26
How ToCheck PCIecards-Mac OSX....................................................................................26
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How ToCheck PCIecards-Windows7and8.........................................................................27
Chapter4AdvancedTechnical Information.....................................................................28
InterfaceCardLEDs............................................................................................................28
LINKUP&SLOTLEDs...........................................................................................................30
Activity LEDs......................................................................................................................31
BackplaneLEDs.................................................................................................................31
InternalFrontFan(Control Settings).....................................................................................32
FrontFan Removal/Installation...........................................................................................33
Chapter5Troubleshooting................................................................................................34
Chapter6How toGetMore Help........................................................................................36
ContactingTechnicalSupport ...............................................................................................36
ReturningMerchandiseto MAGMA.........................................................................................36
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Preface
Advisories
Five typesofadvisoriesareusedthroughoutthismanualtoprovide helpfulinformation,ortoalertyouto
the potentialforhardwaredamage orpersonalinjury.
NOTE
Usedtoamplifyorexplain acommentrelatedtoproceduralsteps ortext.
IMPORTANT
Usedtoindicate animportantpiece ofinformation orspecial“tip”tohelp you
CAUTION
Usedtoindicate andpreventthe followingprocedureorstepfromcausingdamage tothe
equipment.
WARNING
Usedtoindicate andpreventthe followingstepfromcausinginjury.
DANGERor STOP
Usedtoindicate andpreventthe followingstepfromcausingseriousinjuryorsignificant
dataloss
Disclaimer: We have attemptedtoidentifymostsituationsthatmay pose adanger,warning,orcaution
conditioninthismanual.However,Magma doesnotclaimtohave coveredall situationsthatmightrequire
the use ofaCaution,Warning,orDangerindicator.
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Safety Instructions
Alwaysuse caution when servicinganyelectricalcomponent.Before handlingthe MagmaExpansion
chassis,read the followinginstructionsandsafetyguidelinestopreventdamage tothe productandto
ensureyour ownpersonalsafety.Refertothe “Advisories”sectionforadvisoryconventionsusedinthis
manual,includingthe distinction between Danger,Warning,Caution, Important,andNote.
§Alwaysuse caution when handling/operatingthe computer.Onlyqualified,experienced,
authorizedelectronicspersonnelshouldaccess the interiorofthe computerandexpansion
chassis.
WARNING
Nevermodifyorremove the radiofrequencyinterference shieldingfromyour workstation or
expansionunit.Todoso maycause yourinstallation toproduce emissionsthatcould
interfere with otherelectronicequipmentin the areaofyour system.
When WorkingInsideaComputer
1. Before takingcoversoffacomputer,performthe followingsteps:
2. Turn off the computerandanyperipheraldevices.
3. Disconnectthe computerandperipheralpowercordsfromtheirACoutletsorinletsinorderto
preventelectricshock orsystemboarddamage.
Inaddition,take note ofthese safetyguidelineswhen appropriate:
§Tohelp avoidpossible damage tosystemsboards,waitfive secondsafterturningoff the computer
beforeremovingacomponent,removingasystemboard,ordisconnectingaperipheraldevice
fromthe computer.
§When youdisconnectacable,pull on itsconnectororon itsstrain-reliefloop,noton the cable
itself.Some cableshave aconnectorwith lockingtabs.Ifyouaredisconnectingthistype ofcable,
press in on thelockingtabs before disconnectingthe cable.Asyoupull connectorsapart,keep
themevenlyalignedtoavoidbendinganyconnectorpins.Also,before connectingacable,
make sure bothconnectorsare correctlyorientedandaligned.
CAUTION
Donotattempttoservice the systemyourselfexceptasexplainedin thismanual.Follow
installationinstructionsclosely.
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ProtectingAgainstElectrostatic Discharge
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)Warning
ElectrostaticDischarge(ESD)isthe enemyofsemiconductordevices.Youshouldalways
take precautionstoeliminate anyelectrostaticcharge fromyour bodyandclothingbefore
touchinganysemiconductordevice orcardbyusingan electrostaticwriststrapand/or
rubbermat.
Staticelectricitycan harmsystemboards.Performservice atan ESD workstation andfollowproperESD
procedurestoreduce the risk ofdamage tocomponents.Magma stronglyencouragesyoutofollow
properESD procedures,which can include wriststraps andsmocks,when servicingequipment.
Youcan also take the followingsteps topreventdamage fromelectrostaticdischarge(ESD):
•When unpackingastatic-sensitive componentfromitsshippingcarton,donotremove the
component’santi-staticpackagingmaterialuntilyouare ready toinstall the componentin a
computer.Justbefore unwrappingthe anti-staticpackaging,be sure youare atan ESD
workstation orare grounded.
•When transportingasensitive component,firstplaceitin an anti-staticcontainerorpackaging.
•Handle all sensitive componentsatan ESD workstation. Ifpossible,use anti-staticfloorpadsand
workbenchpads.
•Handle componentsandboardswith care.Don’t touch the componentsorcontactson aboard.
Holdaboardbyitsedgesorbyitsmetalmountingbracket.
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Chapter1ExpressBox3400Expansion
Precision engineeredtoMagma’smissioncriticalstandardsforperformance andreliability,ExpressBox
3400featuresseven(7)full-length,full-heightPCIeslotsandPCIe Gen 3expansionboard.Designedwith
your work stationin mind,the EB3400 hasa540-watt powersupply,auxiliarypower, andfeaturesMagma’s
exclusive quietcoolingcontrol.
The ExpressBox 3400Expansion iscompatible with aseriesofoperatingsystemsincludingMacOS,Windows,
Linux,andSolaris.
•Seven (7)available full length/full heightPCIeexpansion slots
•Tool-less coverremoval
•White power-on indicatorfrontpanellight
•Two92 x92x25mmFans
•Adjustable fan control option(orfull speed)
•Speedsupto8GT/s(PCIe x8Gen 3)
•ConnectPCIExpress HosttoExpansion overcable
•Use same PCIeinterface cardforboth sidesofthe connection
•High SpeedIOcable
EXPRESSBOX 3400 PCI Express
Product Name Description
ExpressBox3400 7 Slot–ExpansionGen3
Use Magma’s PCI Express Expansion to create asuper-fastPCIe connection outside the computer
The ExpressBox 3400isthe perfectsolution forcreatingasuper-fastlocalPCIeconnection fromahost
computertoatargetPCIExpress device.The Magma01-08003-00interfacecardinstalls intoanyx8orx16
PCIe slotin thehostcomputermotherboardandthe otherMagma01-08003-00interface cardisinserted
intoadesignatedupstream PCIe slot.Ahigh-speedIOcable allowsdata transferstoandfromthe host
computerat64 Gbps (8Gb/sperlanemultiplyby8lanes).
Features:
•High-speedx8PCIExpress connection
•EasyPlugandPlay installation
•Lowprofile bracketprovidesforeasyinstallationinlowprofilecomputers
•Easilyvisible LEDsthatindicate correctinstallation andPCIe link width
•Lowpowerconsumption -less than 4Watts
•LEDsshowstatusofconnectionforquickdebug-resetindicator,clock indicator,link width
indicator
•SupportsSpread SpectrumClocking,LOS(Loss ofSignal), LOL(Loss ofLock Indicator)
•LowLatencyandLowJitter
•540WattPowerSupply
•AuxiliaryPowerCable
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Benefits:
•Attach PCIeCardstoanyComputers
•Transparentextension ofPCIExpress signals outside the computer
•Nosoftware required-connection isautomaticallyrecognizedandconfiguredbysystemBIOS
•Attach large powerhungryPCIExpress cardstocomputerwith limitedcardspace
•LowlatencyPCIeconnection between hostandtargetwithoutusingbridgesorswitches
•Same PCIecardusedforboth the hostandexpansiondevice
•Interface Cardcanbe usedwith anyPCIecompliantexpansionchassis-Magma
•Automatedx1,x4andx8link negotiation forPCIExpressGen1,Gen2andGen 3
•Abilitytooverride automaticPCIe linktrainingthroughdip-switchsettings
ExpressBox 3400 PCI Express Specifications
Item Description
Technology PCIExpressBusSpecificationRevision2.0
PCILocal BusSpecificationRevision2.3
PCIBridgeArchitectureRevision1.2
Backplane 7availablefull length/full heightexpansionslots,X8PCIe Gen3.0
Electrical -x8PCIe
Physical– x16 PCIe
PCIeLinkCards FormFactor:X8PCIE, lowProfile,halflength
LEDIndicators: PCIeLinkwidth,resetclock
Interconnect Bandwidth PCIe Gen3|8GT/stoallperipheralsandhost link
PhysicalCharacteristics Length 7inches
Width0.5inches
Height 2.75 inches
Cable 1meteror2meterMagma(Samtec)Cable
Enclosure 6U Steel& Aluminum|PowderCoat
14.25”Wide x3.48”Highx17”Deep(363mmx88.4mmx432mm)
Weight: 10.60 lbs
Tool-lesscoverremoval
White power-onindicatorfront panellight
System Cooling Two92 x92 x25mm|CFM:15.7-54.8
Speed: WidePWM fanspeedrangebetween800-2800 RPM
Noise:17-35 dBA
Adjustable Fancontrol
PowerSupplyOptions 540 W100-240V,50-60Hz PowerInput
Four4-pinMolexConnector
Two6-pin+PCIeconnector
InputFrequency:50-60Hz
DCOutput: 540 WattsMax
+12V45A
-12V .5A
+5V24A
+3.3V 24A
+5Vsb3.0A
CombinedO/Pof+3.3V and5Vis150W
Environmental Ambient Temperature0°to50°C
StorageTemperature-40°to125°C
RelativeHumidity5%to85%non-condensing
MTBF 35khours
RegulatoryCompliance FCC Class AVerified
CE
RoHSCompliant
SupportedOperating Systems MacOS 10.6.8orhigher,Windows7andWindows8,Linuxand Solaris
Warranty 30 daymoneyback guarantee.1YearReturntofactory
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Pre-Installation Information
Beforeusingthe MagmaExpansionchassisyoushouldperformthe followingsteps:
•Inventorytheshippingcarton contentsforall ofthe requiredparts
•Gatherall ofthe necessarytools requiredforinstallation
•Read thismanual
Part List
ITEM#
DESCRIPTION QTY
1 HostInterfacecard
1
2 1meteror2meterIOcable
1
3 PowerCord
1
4 ExpansionInterfaceCard(Installed)
1
4 QSG (QuickStartGuide)
1
ExpressBox 3400 (7 Slot Expansion – Gen3)
Thismodelcannotbe connectedtoalaptop.Itusesahigh speedPCIe cable thatplugsintoaHost
Interface cardwhichisinstalledinaPCIeslotofamotherboardHostComputer(Desktop,PC,Workstation,
Sever,andsimilarformfactors).
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Components of ExpressBox 3400
Once you’ve completedyour inventory,your nextstepis togetfamiliarizedwithcomponentsofthe
MagmaExpressBox 3400 expansionunit.
The expansionunitiscomposedofthe followingintegralcomponents
1. Expansion Backplane
a. 7PCIe slots(x8electricalandx16 mechanical)
b. One designatedLink-Up slotforInterface card
c. SlotLEDs,Link andActivityLEDs
2. Interface card
a. Expansion andHostmode DIPswitch
b. SpeedToggle switches
c. One Cable port(x8)
3. Power Supply
a. Powercordsocket
b. On/Off Switch
c. PCIeAuxpowercable connectors
4. Fan
a. 92 x92 x25mm
b. 15.7min to54.8maxCFM
c. LockingThumbscrew
d. AirFlow:outside toinside
Frontpanel:
1. FrontPanelStatusLED
2. FrontAirVentilation cover
3. TwofrontHandles
Rear Panel,
1. PCIExpress cardslotopening
2. Interface cardcable ports
3. PowerSupply(PowerCord& On/OffSwitch)
4. Top coverThumbScrews
5. IOCable Port
6. Serialnumber
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Tools Required for Installation
Tocomplete the installationofthe Magmaproductyouwill needaPhillips-head screwdriverandESD wrist
straptopreventelectrostaticdischarge.
Chapter2HardwareInstallation
The followingsteps will guide youthrough the installation ofyourMagmaExpansion System.
CAUTION
Hardware installation shall be performedonlybyqualifiedservice personnel.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD)Warning
Alladd-in cardsare susceptible toelectrostaticdischarge.When movingcards,itisbestto
carrythe cardsin anti-staticpackaging. Ifyouneedtosetacircuitcarddown,be sure to
placeitinsideoron top ofan anti-staticsurface.Formoreinformation,see “Protecting
AgainstElectrostaticDischarge”inthe Preface.
WARNING
High voltagesare presentinside the expansionchassiswhen the unit’spowercordis
pluggedintoan electricaloutlet.Disconnectthe powercordfromthe ACoutletbefore
removingthe enclosurecover.Turningthe systempoweroffatthe poweron/off switch
doesnotremove powertocomponents.High voltage is still present.
CAUTION
Before touchinganythinginside the enclosure,move toan ESD station andfollowproper
ESD procedures.Failure todoso mayresultin electrostaticdischarge,damagingthe
computeroritscomponents.Formore information,see “ProtectingAgainstElectrostatic
Discharge”in thePreface.
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Installation-Procedures Overview
Belowisthe concise versionon howtosetupthe ExpressBox 3400.
1. Open Enclosure
2. Install Expansion Interfacecard(s)(Ifnotinstalled)
3. Install HostInterface card(s) intohostcomputer
4. ConnectCable
5. Install PCIe cards(see notesbelow)
6. Attach PowerCord
7. ConnecttoElectricalOutlet
8. Poweron Computer
9. Hardware Check
10. VerifyInstallation(viaOperatingSystem)
NOTE
Itishighlyrecommendedtoinstall any3rd partyPCI-Ecards/ High PowerPCIecardsafter
youhave verifiedandtestedthatthe Magma expansion chassisisfunctional.
When installing3rd PartyPCIe cards,startwith one cardfirstjusttosee ifthere are anysoftware and/ or
hardware issuesorincompatibilityproblemsthatmay occur.Thisway youcan troubleshootthe problem
more easilyandefficiently.Ifeverythingworkswell andthere arenoconfigurationissues,youcan proceed
with the installation ofthe remaining3rd partyPCIe cards.
Alwaysrefertoorread “3rd partymanufacturerinstallation guide”forfurtherinstructions.
Open Enclosure (STEP 1)
Loosen the thumbscrewsthatretain the top coverofthe chassisandslide the lidtowardsyouasshown
fromthe picturesbelow:
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Install Expansion Interface card
By defaultthe ExpansionInte
needtoinstall the ExpansionInterfacecard.
Ifyouneedtoreplacethe Expansion
Interfacecardorinstall anew
stepsbelow:
1.
Turnoff theExpansionchassisfirst.
2.
Unscrewthe ExpansionInterface
card.
3.
Install the
newExpansionInterfacecard
4.
Plug-inthe ExpansionInterface
cardin
card.Installingthe Interfacecardin
NOTE
HostInterfacecard(HIF), isthe sameexactcardasth
SW4switch onthe
ExpansionInterfacecard
NOTfunctionif SW4isset
toOFF=HOST.See picture below
Makesure tocheckthat
the dipswitch (SW4)isset toproperconfiguration.The toggleswitch shouldbe
to“ON=EXP”position,see picture
below.
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Interface card
(STEP 2)
By defaultthe ExpansionInte
rfaceca
rdisalreadyinstalled.
needtoinstall the ExpansionInterfacecard.
Interfacecardorinstall anew
Expansion
Interfacecardfollowthese
Turnoff theExpansionchassisfirst.
Disconnectthe power cord.
card.
newExpansionInterfacecard
.
cardin
toPCIeslot#0.Thisisthedesignatedslotfor the I
nterface
card.Installingthe Interfacecardin
toanon-designatedslotcancausethe systemto
malfunction.
HostInterfacecard(HIF), isthe sameexactcardasth
eExpansionInterfacecard(
ExpansionInterfacecard
isset to“ON=EXP.” The expansion
systemwill
toOFF=HOST.See picture below
for SW4
dipswitch setting.
the dipswitch (SW4)isset toproperconfiguration.The toggleswitch shouldbe
below.
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rdisalreadyinstalled.
No
Interfacecardfollowthese
nterface
malfunction.
eExpansionInterfacecard(
EIF).The
systemwill
dipswitch setting.
the dipswitch (SW4)isset toproperconfiguration.The toggleswitch shouldbe
set
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Install Host Interface card
(STEP 3)
Begintheinstallationof your
computer.
The
HostInterfacecard
a“full-
height”bracket.
For lowprofilecaseapplications,youmayneedtochanget
bracket tothe lowprofilebracket thatshippedwith your system
below.
Thisisdone byremovingthe screwsthatholdthe cardtothe
bracket.
Be sure
action.
WARNING
You mustonlyinstall the HostInterface card
Onlyuse Interface cardWITH bracket.
insertedintoaPCIeslot.
Although
conventional PCIslots,yourun the riskofdamagingthe PCIExpress hostcardif youinsertit
intoaPCIslot.
1.
Once the hostcomputer is
turnedOFF
removethe cover.
2.
Checkthe redDIPswitch(SW4
)onthe
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(STEP 3)
Begintheinstallationof your
HostInterface
cardbyfirstpoweringdownyour
HostInterfacecard
isa“half-height,” x8-
capablePCIecardmou
height”bracket.
For lowprofilecaseapplications,youmayneedtochanget
he mounting
bracket tothe lowprofilebracket thatshippedwith your system
,see
Thisisdone byremovingthe screwsthatholdthe cardtothe
Be sure
youareusingproper ESD procedureswhen completingthis
You mustonlyinstall the HostInterface card
intoa
PCI EXPRESS SLOT
.
Onlyuse Interface cardWITH bracket.
Thiswill ensure thatyour PCIehostcardcanonlybe
Although
aHostInterfacecard
withoutbracketsmayfitinto
conventional PCIslots,yourun the riskofdamagingthe PCIExpress hostcardif youinsertit
turnedOFF
andall power cordsaredisconnectedfromthe ACoutlet,
)onthe
Interfacecard,makesureitisset to“OFF=HOST
”
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cardbyfirstpoweringdownyour
capablePCIecardmou
ntedto
he mounting
,see
picture
Thisisdone byremovingthe screwsthatholdthe cardtothe
youareusingproper ESD procedureswhen completingthis
Thiswill ensure thatyour PCIehostcardcanonlybe
withoutbracketsmayfitinto
conventional PCIslots,yourun the riskofdamagingthe PCIExpress hostcardif youinsertit
andall power cordsaredisconnectedfromthe ACoutlet,
”
.
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3. Insertthe HostInterfacecardintoavacantx8(orx16)PCIeslotbygentlypushingthe carduntilitis
firmlyseated.Then secure the cardintothe slotwith amountingscrew.
Itisimportanttoknowhowmanylanesthe hostcomputerslotcan support.The HostInterfacecarddoes
notneedtobe configuredforthe same numberoflanesasthe hostcomputerslot.The HostInterface
Cardwill train down towhateverthe PCIeslotspeedisthatitdetects.
Forexample,ifthe HostInterfaceCardisinstalledin aX4lane cardslot;leave the HostInterface Card
settingasis.The hostcomputerdictateswhatlinkwidthandspeedthe expansion systemwill operate in.
Install PCIe Cards (STEP 4)
Remove slotcoversandinstall PCIecards.
Make sure thatall cardsarefullyseatedin theirPCIecardslots.When correctlyseated,there will be afirm
resistance whenyoupull upgentlyon the card.Tokeepthe cardsin place,securethemin the enclosure
with theirretainingscrews.Aftersecuringthe cardsverifythattheydonottouch each other.
Some cardmanufacturersrecommendthatyouinstall theirsoftware driverpriortoinstallingthe card. Ifthis
isthe case,be sure toinstall the carddriverbefore connectingEXPRESSBOX 3400tothe computer.
ExpressBox 3400
•
Slot7
acceptsall typesof PCIecardsx1,x2,x4,x8or x16
•
Slot6
acceptsall typesof PCIecardsx1,x2,x4,x8or x16
•
Slot5
acceptsall typesof PCIecardsx1,x2,x4,x8
•
Slot4
acceptsall typesof PCIecardsx1,x2,x4,x8or x16
•
Slot3
acceptsall typesof PCIecardsx1,x2,x4,x8or x16
•
Slot2acceptsall typesof PCIecardsx1,x2,x4,x8or x16
•
Slot1acceptsall typesof PC
Iecardsx1,x2,x4,x8
AuxPowerConnectors
SomePCIecardsrequireextrapower.
The ExpressBox
connectors/adapters(see picturesbelow). Therearethree
beusedforprovidin
gextrapower tocards.
High PowerPCIecardinstallation
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acceptsall typesof PCIecardsx1,x2,x4,x8or x16
.
acceptsall typesof PCIecardsx1,x2,x4,x8or x16
.
acceptsall typesof PCIecardsx1,x2,x4,x8
or x16.
acceptsall typesof PCIecardsx1,x2,x4,x8or x16
.
acceptsall typesof PCIecardsx1,x2,x4,x8or x16
.
Slot2acceptsall typesof PCIecardsx1,x2,x4,x8or x16
.
Iecardsx1,x2,x4,x8
or x16.
The ExpressBox
3400
power supplyprovidesthe followingpower
connectors/adapters(see picturesbelow). Therearethree
4-
pinMolexAUXpower connectorsthatcan
gextrapower tocards.
Andtwo(6+2 pin)PCIeconnectorsfor GPUs.
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power supplyprovidesthe followingpower
pinMolexAUXpower connectorsthatcan
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High PowerPCIe cards,alsoknown asHigh EndPCIecards,such asGPUs andothersimilartype ofcard
requiresadditionalpower(orAUX Power)tooperate.High powerPCIecardsorGPUs thatrequiresauxiliary
powershouldcome with poweradaptercables.
There are three 4-pin MolexAUX powerconnectorsandtwo(6+2 pin)PCIe connectorsfromthe power
supplythatcan be usedtoprovide powertoyour GPUs orHigh PowerPCIe cards.
OtherHigh PowerPCIecardsmay use differentAuxpoweradapterconnectors.Use the correctpower
adapterforyour PCIecards.
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Connect PCIe Cable (STEP 5)
Connect oneendofthe PCIecableto
the backof
portof the ExpansionInterfacecard
,see picturesbelow.
Connect the other endof the
PCIecabletohostcomputer(x8port),see picturesbelow.
Electrostatic Discharge(ESD) Warning
The PCIecables
aresensitivetoelectrostaticdischarge(ESD).
precautions andpackaging when handlingthe cablesor when performing
installationand/ormaintenance
To DisconnectCable
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the backof
theMagmaexpansionunit,makesuretousethe x8
,see picturesbelow.
PCIecabletohostcomputer(x8port),see picturesbelow.
Electrostatic Discharge(ESD) Warning
The PCIecables
arehighperformance communicationcablesandassuch
aresensitivetoelectrostaticdischarge(ESD).
Useappropriate anti
precautions andpackaging when handlingthe cablesor when performing
installationand/ormaintenance
1.
Pull the orangetab whileslowlypullingoutthe
cablefrom
the interfacecard.
2.
Failuretopull the orangetab whiledisconne
ctingthe
canbreakthe connectorinsidethe
Interfacecard.
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theMagmaexpansionunit,makesuretousethe x8
arehighperformance communicationcablesandassuch
Useappropriate anti
-static
precautions andpackaging when handlingthe cablesor when performing
cablefrom
ctingthe
cable
Interfacecard.
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Cable Configuration
Attach Power Cord (STEP 6)
NOTE
Ifatall possible,plug
the power cord
computer intoasharedpower strip,preferablyonethathassurgeandnoise
suppressioncircuitrybuiltintoit.
1.
Makesure
the Power SwitchisturnedOFF
3400.
2.
Turnpow
er supplyswitchtoON position.
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Youcanonlyconnectthe PCIe
cableto
of the Interfacecard.
Note:D
onotpluginthe PCIecabletox16port,the
expansionunitwillnotoperate.
the power cord
fromthe expansi
onchassisandyourhost
computer intoasharedpower strip,preferablyonethathassurgeandnoise
suppressioncircuitrybuiltintoit.
the Power SwitchisturnedOFF
firstbeforeconnectingthe powercordto
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er supplyswitchtoON position.
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cableto
the x8port
onotpluginthe PCIecabletox16port,the
onchassisandyourhost
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