National Instruments RMC-8354 User manual

INSTALLATION GUIDE
NI RMC-8354
This guide includes installation information for the NI RMC-8354.
For more information about configuring, using, and maintaining the
NI RMC-8354, refer to the NI RMC-8354 User Manual. You can download
the user manual in PDF format at ni.com/manuals.
Contents
Related Documentation........................................................................... 2
Unpacking ............................................................................................... 3
What You Need to Get Started ............................................................... 3
Key Features ........................................................................................... 4
Mainboard Features ......................................................................... 4
CPU .......................................................................................... 4
Chipset ...................................................................................... 4
Memory .................................................................................... 4
Slots .......................................................................................... 4
Video ........................................................................................ 4
HDD.......................................................................................... 4
DVD-ROM ............................................................................... 4
Onboard LAN ........................................................................... 4
Onboard I/O.............................................................................. 5
Power Management Features.................................................... 5
Front Panel LEDs ..................................................................... 5
System Management................................................................. 5
NI RMC-8354 Description...................................................................... 6
Optional Equipment ................................................................................ 7
Memory Upgrades ........................................................................... 7
Rack Mount Kit ............................................................................... 7
USB Floppy Disk Drive................................................................... 7
NI RMC-8354 Overview ........................................................................ 7
Safety Information .................................................................................. 8
Chassis Cooling Considerations.............................................................. 9
Providing Adequate Clearance ........................................................ 9
Installation............................................................................................... 9
Connecting Safety Ground...................................................................... 10

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Connecting to Power Source ...................................................................10
Rack Mounting ........................................................................................10
Installing the Inner Slides.................................................................11
Assembling the Outer Slide Assemblies ..........................................12
Installing the Outer Slide Assemblies in the Rack ...........................13
Installing the Chassis into the Rack..................................................14
OS Reinstallation and Recovery..............................................................15
Cleaning...................................................................................................16
Exterior Cleaning..............................................................................16
Specifications...........................................................................................17
Electrical...........................................................................................17
Mainboard.........................................................................................17
CPU ..................................................................................................18
Hard Disk Drive ...............................................................................18
Memory ............................................................................................18
Mechanical .......................................................................................19
Environmental ..................................................................................19
Acoustic Emissions ..........................................................................20
Safety................................................................................................20
Electromagnetic Compatibility.........................................................20
CE Compliance.................................................................................20
Online Product Certification.............................................................21
Environmental Management ............................................................21
Where to Go for Support .........................................................................22
Related Documentation
The following documents contain information that you may find helpful as
you read this manual:
•CompactPCI Specification PICMG 2.0 R 3.0
•PXI Hardware Specification,Revision 2.1
•PXI Software Specification,Revision 2.1
• ANSI/IEEE Standard 1014-1987, IEEE Standard for a Versatile
Backplane Bus: VMEbus
• ANSI/VITA 1-1994, VME64
•NI-VISA User Manual
•NI-VISA Programmer Reference Manual
•Read Me First: Safety and Electromagnetic Compatibility, National
Instruments

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Unpacking
Carefully inspect the shipping container and the NI RMC-8354 for damage.
Check for visible damage to the metal work. Check to make sure all
hardware and switches are undamaged. If damage appears to have been
caused during shipment, file a claim with the carrier. Retain the packing
material for possible inspection and/or reshipment.
What You Need to Get Started
The NI RMC-8354 kit contains the following items:
❑NI RMC-8354 rack mount controller
❑NI RMC-8354 User Manual
❑Windows recovery CD/DVD
❑Rack mount kit
❑Front bezel
❑AC power cable (refer to Table 1 for a list of AC power cables)
The unit comes with the standard 120 V (USA) cable. If you have the
incorrect AC power cable, contact National Instruments.
Table 1. AC Power Cables
Power Cable Reference Standards
Standard 120 V (USA) ANSI C73.11/NEMA 5-15-P/IEC83
Switzerland 220 V SEV
Australia 240 V AS C112
Universal Euro 230 V CEE (7), II, IV, VII IEC83
North America 240 V ANSI C73.20/NEMA 5-15-P/IEC83
United Kingdom 230 V BS 1363/IEC83
Japan 100 V ANSI C73.11/NEMA 5-15-P/IEC83

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Key Features
The NI RMC-8354 offers the performance of a high-end PC in a compact
1U rack-mountable form factor for controlling a PXI or PXI Express
system using a National Instruments remote controller.
Mainboard Features
CPU
• Intel Core i7-860 Quad Core 2.8 GHz, 8 MB Cache, LGA1156
Chipset
• Intel 3420 chipset
Memory
• 1/2 GB DDR3 memory standard (1/2 ×1 GB)
• Maximum memory supported: 16 GB DDR3-1333 in 4 DIMM sockets
Slots
• One PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot
Video
• Matrox G200eW 16 MB DDR2 (max resolution 1280 ×1024)
HDD
•1×500 GB or 4 ×500 GB SATA (3 Gbps) hard drive JBOD/RAID5
DVD-ROM
• Slim DVD-ROM drive
Onboard LAN
•2×Intel 82574L Gigabit Ethernet controller

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Onboard I/O
• PS/2 keyboard port
• PS/2 mouse port
•Serialport
• VGA port
• Two USB 2.0 ports (rear)
• Two USB 2.0 ports (front)
• Two RJ-45 ports
Power Management Features
• ACPI/ACPM power management
• Main switch override mechanism
• Wake-On-LAN (WOL) header
• Wake up on keyboard/mouse from Soft-Off
• Power-on mode from AC power recovery
• Internal/external modem ring-on
Front Panel LEDs
• Power indicator
• LAN status indicators
• HDD indicator
• System temp (overheat) and fan (fail) warning indicator
System Management
• Monitoring for CPU and chassis environment
• CPU thermal trip support
• +5 V standby alert LED
• Fan speed control

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NI RMC-8354 Description
Figure 1 shows the key features of the NI RMC-8354 front panel. For
detailed information about the NI RMC-8354 rear panel, refer to Chapter 3,
I/O Information, in the NI RMC-8354 User Manual.
Figure 1. Front View of the NI RMC-8354
The front panel includes the following LEDs:
•Power indicator—glows when the NI RMC-8354 is powered on.
•LAN status indicators—flash when there is activity on LAN1 or
LAN2.
• Overheat/FanFail LED
– Off—Normal
– On—Overheat
– Flashing—Fan failure warning
1 USB Ports
2 Reset Switch
3 Power Switch
4 Hard Drive Activity Indicator
5 Hard Drive Error Indicator
6 Power Indicator
7 HDD Indicator
8 LAN1 Status Indicator
9 LAN2 Status Indicator
10 System Temp and Fan Warning Indicator
RESET
1
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Optional Equipment
Memory Upgrades
You can upgrade the NI RMC-8354 memory to a maximum of 16 GB.
Note A 32-bit operating system such as Windows XP Pro addresses a maximum of 4 GB.
The NI RMC-8354 supports dual-channel DDR-3 SDRAM unbuffered
memory in four 240-pin DIMM sockets. The NI RMC-8354 is compatible
with ECC memory.
Note Supported DIMM sizes are 1 GB, 2 GB, and 4 GB.
Note National Instruments has tested and verified that the DDR-3 DIMMs we sell work
with the NI RMC-8354. We recommend you purchase your DDR-3 DIMM modules from
National Instruments. Other off-the-shelf DDR-3 DIMM modules are not guaranteed to
work properly.
Rack Mount Kit
A rack mount kit is included for mounting the NI RMC-8354 chassis into
a 26 in. instrument cabinet.
Note If your cabinet is less than 26 in. deep, refer to KnowledgeBase 4GCEKKMT at
ni.com/support for rack mount modification.
USB Floppy Disk Drive
A USB floppy drive is available from National Instruments, part number
778492-02.
NI RMC-8354 Overview
The NI RMC-8354 is a 1U PC-server-based controller for remote control
of PXI chassis. The controller provides leading-edge processing power
with Intel Core i7 Quad Core processors, high disk bandwidth with
hardware RAID support, high I/O bandwidth with a PCI Express 2.0 x16
slot, and up to 16 GB of memory.

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Safety Information
Caution Before undertaking any troubleshooting, maintenance, or exploratory procedure,
carefully read the following caution notices.
Caution Overloading the circuits may damage supply wiring. Do not exceed the ratings on
the equipment nameplate when connecting equipment to the supply circuit.
This equipment contains voltage hazardous to human life and safety, and is
capable of inflicting personal injury.
•Chassis Grounding—The NI RMC-8354 requires a connection from
the premise wire safety ground to the NI RMC-8354 chassis ground.
The earth safety ground must be connected during use of this
equipment to minimize shock hazards. Refer to the Connecting Safety
Ground section for instructions on connecting safety ground.
•Live Circuits—Operating personnel and service personnel must
not remove protective covers when operating or servicing the
NI RMC-8354. Adjustments and service to internal components must
be undertaken by qualified service technicians. During service of
this product, the mains connector to the premise wiring must be
disconnected. Dangerous voltages may be present under certain
conditions; use extreme caution.
•Explosive Atmosphere—Do not operate the chassis in conditions
where flammable gases are present. Under such conditions, this
equipment is unsafe and may ignite the gases or gas fumes.
•Parts Replacement—Service this equipment only with parts that
are exact replacements, both electrically and mechanically. Contact
National Instruments for replacement part information. Installation of
parts with those that are not direct replacements may cause harm to
personnel operating the chassis. Furthermore, damage or fire may
occur if replacement parts are unsuitable.
•Modification—Do not modify any part of the NI RMC-8354 from
its original condition. Unsuitable modifications may result in safety
hazards.

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Chassis Cooling Considerations
The NI RMC-8354 is designed to operate on a bench or in an instrument
rack. Determine how you want to use the NI RMC-8354 and follow the
appropriate installation instructions.
Caution If installed in a closed or multiunit rack assembly, the rack environment operating
ambient temperature may be greater than room ambient temperature. Therefore, install
the equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient operating
temperature (Tma) specified in Appendix A, Specifications, in the NI RMC-8354 User
Manual.
Providing Adequate Clearance
Apertures in the front, top, rear, and along both sides of the chassis
facilitate power supply and motherboard cooling. Air enters through the
front and top inlets of the chassis and exits through the fans on the rear of
the chassis. Place the NI RMC-8354 on a bench top or in an instrument rack
so that the fans (air outlets) and the air inlet apertures along the top and
front of the chassis have adequate ventilation. Keep other equipment a
minimum of 76.2 mm (3 in.) away from the air outlets on the rear of the
chassis.
Installation
Follow these steps to connect devices to the NI RMC-8354:
1. Connect a keyboard and mouse to the appropriate connectors on the
NI RMC-8354 rear panel.
2. Connect the VGA monitor video cable to the VGA connector on the
rear panel.
3. (Optional) To boot into LabVIEW RT, connect the network cable to
LAN jack 1 on the rear panel. (Refer to Figure 3-1, NI RMC-8354 Rear
Panel Layout, in the NI RMC-8354 User Manual for the location of
LAN jack 1.)
4. Connect the USB, serial, and parallel devices as necessary to the
NI RMC-8354 front and rear panel ports.
Caution To minimize shock hazard, make sure the electrical power outlet you use to power
the NI RMC-8354 has an appropriate earth safety ground. Refer to the Connecting Safety
Ground section for more information.
5. Connect the AC power cable to the AC inlet on the rear panel and to an
AC power outlet. For more information, refer to the Connecting to
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6. Power on the NI RMC-8354.
7. Verify that the NI RMC-8354 boots. If it does not boot, refer to the
What if the NI RMC-8354 does not boot? section of Chapter 5,
Troubleshooting, in the NI RMC-8354 User Manual.
Connecting Safety Ground
The NI RMC-8354 is designed with a three-position NEMA 5-15 style plug
for the U.S. that connects the ground line to the chassis ground. To
minimize shock hazard, make sure the electrical power outlet you use to
power the chassis has an appropriate earth safety ground.
Connecting to Power Source
Attach input power through the rear AC inlet using the appropriate
AC power cable supplied.
Caution Overloading the circuits may damage supply wiring. Do not exceed the ratings on
the equipment nameplate when connecting equipment to the supply circuit.
Caution To completely remove power, you must disconnect the AC power cable.
The power switch allows you to power on the chassis or place it in standby
mode. Push the power switch to the On position (if not already on). Observe
that all fans become operational and the power indicator is lit.
Rack Mounting
Note The rack mount kit provided with the NI RMC-8354 is intended to work with racks
that are 26–33 in. deep. For information about installing the NI RMC-8354 into a rack that
is less than 26 in. deep, refer to KnowledgeBase 4GCEKKMT at ni.com/support.
The rack mounting hardware includes:
• One pair of inner slides to be installed on the chassis.
• One pair of outer slides to be installed in the rack.
• Three pairs of short brackets for the outer slides.
• Bag of assorted fasteners.
• One pair of long brackets for the rear of the outer slides.
Caution When mounting the equipment in the rack, do not create a hazardous condition
due to uneven mechanical loading.

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Note One pair of short brackets includes screw threads, and the other two pairs have slots.
If the short brackets are required for your specific rack mounting configuration, use the
pair(s) that fits into your rack best.
Note Rack mounting hardware provided in the accessory kit, but not specifically
described in the following instructions, is for other possible rack mounting configurations
not mentioned in this manual. Consult any relevant literature provided with the intended
rack for specific mounting information before attempting to install the RMC-8354.
Installing the Inner Slides
Follow these steps to install the inner slides to the RMC-8354:
1. Locate the right inner slide (the slide used on the right side of the
chassis when facing the chassis front panel).
2. Align the four square holes on the right inner slide against the hooks
on the right side of the chassis, as shown in Figure 2.
3. Securely attach the slide to the chassis with two M4 flathead screws.
4. Repeat steps 1–3 to install the left inner slide to the left side of the
chassis.
Figure 2. Installing Inner Slides
1 Hooks on Chassis 2 Square Holes on Right Inner Slide 3 Holes for M4 Screws
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Assembling the Outer Slide Assemblies
Follow these steps to assemble the outer slide assemblies:
1. Measure the distance from the front rail of the rack to the rear rail of
the rack.
2. Attach a long bracket to the rear of the right outer slide, as shown in
Figure 3.
3. Adjust the outer slide assembly to the proper distance so that the
chassis fits snugly into the rack.
4. Repeat steps 1–3 for the left outer slide.
Figure 3. Assembling Outer Slide Assemblies
1 Outer Slide 2 Long Bracket
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Installing the Outer Slide Assemblies in the Rack
Use the M5 screws and washers to secure the slide assemblies to the rack,
as shown in Figure 4.
Figure 4. Installing Slide Assemblies into Rack
1 M5 Screws and Washers 2 Slide Assemblies
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Installing the Chassis into the Rack
Follow these steps to install the chassis in the rack:
1. Push the inner slides, attached to the chassis, into the grooves of the
outer slide assemblies installed in the rack, as shown in Figure 5.
Figure 5. Installing Inner Slides into Outer Slides
1 Inner Slides 2 Grooves of Outer Slide Assemblies
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2. Push the chassis all the way to the back of the outer slide assemblies,
as shown in Figure 6.
Figure 6. Installing Chassis Into Rack
OS Reinstallation and Recovery
Caution Recovering the OS using the hard drive-based recovery or the OS recovery
CD/DVD erases the contents of your hard disk. Before recovering the OS, back up any files
you want to keep.
The NI RMC-8354 includes a preinstalled OS from the factory. The
NI RMC-8354 also includes two methods of restoring/reinstalling the OS
to your system.
• Hard drive-based recovery stores a factory backup on a separate
portion of your hard drive, allowing you to restore your server without
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Note The hard drive recovery hot key is <F4>. To access the hard drive-based recovery
tool, press and hold <F4> when video first appears during the boot process.
• The NI RMC-8354 also ships with an OS recovery CD/DVD you can
use to reinstall your operating system onto your hard drive.
If you need to reinstall your operating system, you can use the included
OS recovery CD/DVD. Boot the NI RMC-8354 using the OS recovery
CD/DVD to recover the OS.
Note You also may need to update or reinstall software after using the OS reinstallation
CD/DVD to recover your OS. The OS reinstallation CD/DVD may contain drivers that are
older or newer than the factory-installed version of the OS and may not contain the latest
RAID drivers. To ensure you have the latest drivers, go to www.intel.com and install the
Intel Rapid Storage Technology (Intel RST) RAID software package.
Note After you reinstall or recover your OS, you may find shortcuts on the desktop that
require you to install specific drivers or software (for example, video drivers). Due to driver
and software packaging, it was not possible to preinstall this software during the OS
installation.
Cleaning
Caution Always disconnect the AC power cable before cleaning or servicing the chassis.
Exterior Cleaning
Cautions Avoid getting moisture inside the chassis during exterior cleaning, especially
through the top vents.
Do not wash the front- or rear-panel connectors or switches. Cover these components while
cleaning the chassis.
Do not use harsh chemical cleaning agents; they may damage the chassis. Avoid chemicals
that contain benzene, toluene, xylene, acetone, or similar solvents.
Clean the exterior surfaces of the chassis with a dry lint-free cloth or a
soft-bristle brush. Do not use abrasive compounds on any part of the
chassis.

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Specifications
This section lists the NI RMC-8354 electrical, mechanical, and
environmental specifications.
Electrical
AC Input
Input voltage range................................. 100–240 VAC
Operating voltage range1........................ 90–264 VAC
Input frequency ...................................... 50/60 Hz
Operating frequency range1................... 47–63 Hz
Input current rating................................. 5 A max
Power disconnect ................................... The AC power cable provides
main power disconnect.
Depressing the front panel power
switch enables or inhibits the
internal power supply.
Caution Overloading the circuits may damage supply wiring. Do not exceed the ratings on
the equipment nameplate when connecting equipment to the supply circuit.
Power Requirements
Measured, peak inrush (power ON)....... 197 W
Measured, idle........................................ 92 W
Measured, active (100% CPU)............... 203 W
Mainboard
Socket..................................................... LGA 1156
Chipset ................................................... Intel 3420 chipset
Memory Slots......................................... Four 240-pin DIMM slots,
three per channel, 1066/1333
16 GB max memory
PCI Express............................................ One PCI Express 2.0 x16 slot
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SATA......................................................Six SATA ports compliant with
the Serial-ATA 2.0 specification.
USB ports ...............................................Four USB 2.0 ports
Keyboard ................................................PS/2 keyboard port
Mouse .....................................................PS/2 mouse port
Video ......................................................VGA port, onboard Matrox
G200eW 16 MB DDR2
(max resolution 1280 ×1024)
Serial.......................................................One RS-232 serial port
LAN ........................................................Two RJ45 LAN jacks
Onboard LAN controller ........................Intel 82574L Gigabit Ethernet
controller
CPU
CPU ........................................................Intel i7 860 Quad Core
Clock speed.............................................2.86 GHz
Max turbo frequency (single core) .........3.46 GHz
Intel Smart Cache ...................................8 MB
Package...................................................LGA 1156
Hard Disk Drive
Capacity ..................................................500 GB in one, two, or four-drive
configurations for maximum
capacity of 2 TB (maximum
usable capacity shown by
Windows in RAID 5 is 1.36 TB)
Interface ..................................................Serial-ATA
Memory
Standard memory....................................1/2 ×1 GB (128 M ×72 bit),
DDR-III SDRAM, ECC
1333 MHz
4 GB memory upgrade ...........................2 ×2 GB (128 M ×72 bit),
DDR-III SDRAM, ECC
1333 MHz

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8 GB memory upgrade (64-bit OS)........ 4 ×2 GB (128 M ×72 bit),
DDR-III SDRAM, ECC
1333 MHz
16 GB memory upgrade (64-bit OS)...... 4 ×4 GB (512 M ×72 bit),
DDR-III SDRAM, ECC
1333 MHz
Mechanical
Overall dimensions (standard chassis)
Height.............................................. 1U
Width .............................................. 437 mm (17.2 in.)
Depth............................................... 503 mm (19.8 in.)
Weight (with four 500 GB drives) ......... 10.75 kg (23.7 lbs)
Environmental
Caution If installed in a closed or multiunit rack assembly, the rack environment operating
ambient temperature may be greater than room ambient temperature. Therefore, install the
equipment in an environment compatible with the maximum ambient temperature (Tma)
the manufacturer specifies.
Operating temperature............................ 5 to 35 °C
(Tested in accordance
with IEC-60068-2-1.)
Storage temperature ............................... –40 to 70 °C
(Tested in accordance
with IEC-60068-2-1 and
IEC-60068-2-2.)
Relative humidity (tested in accordance with IEC-60068-2-56)
Operating ........................................ 10 to 90% noncondensing
Nonoperational (storage) ................ 5 to 95% noncondensing
Installation Category .............................. II
Pollution Degree .................................... 2
Altitude................................................... 2,000 m
Operating location.................................. Indoor use only

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Acoustic Emissions1
Sound pressure level (at operator position)
Minimum .........................................53.9 dBA
Maximum ........................................64.9 dBA
Sound power
Minimum .........................................61.6 dBA
Maximum ........................................72.0 dBA
Safety
This product is designed to meet the requirements of the following
standards of safety for information technology equipment:
• IEC 60950-1, EN 60950-1
• UL 60950-1, CSA 60950-1
Note For UL and other safety certifications, refer to the product label or the Online
Product Certification section.
Electromagnetic Compatibility
This product meets the requirements of the following EMC standards for
electrical equipment for measurement, control, and laboratory use:
• EN 61326 (IEC 61326): Class A emissions; Basic immunity
• EN 55011 (CISPR 11): Group 1, Class A emissions
• AS/NZS CISPR 11: Group 1, Class A emissions
• FCC 47 CFR Part 15B: Class A emissions
• ICES-001: Class A emissions
Note For the standards applied to assess the EMC of this product, refer to the Online
Product Certification section.
Note For EMC compliance, operate this device with shielded cabling.
CE Compliance
This product meets the essential requirements of applicable European
Directives as follows:
• 2006/95/EC; Low-Voltage Directive (safety)
• 2004/108/EC; Electromagnetic Compatibility Directive (EMC)
1 Typical data. Tested in accordance with ISO 7779; meets MIL-PRF-28800F requirements.