VersaLogic VL-EPMs-M1 User manual

Reference
Manual
DOC. REV. 11/25/2016
VL-EPMs-M1
SUMIT-104 USB and SATA
Module with Optional PCIe Mini
Card or mSATA Socket

VL-EPMs-M1 Reference Manual ii
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Product Release Notes
Rev 1.01 –Added J6 Pinout.
Rev 1.00 –Commercial Release.
Support Page
The VL-EPMs-M1 support page, at http://www.versalogic.com/private/epmsm1support.asp, contains
additional information and resources for this product including:
Reference Manual (PDF format)
Device drivers
Datasheets and manufacturers’ links for chips used in this product
Photograph of the circuit board
This is a private page for VL-EPMs-M1 users that can be accessed only by entering this URL address
directly. It cannot be reached from the VersaLogic public website.
The VersaTech KnowledgeBase is an invaluable resource for resolving technical issues with your
VersaLogic product.
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Contents
Introduction ...................................................................................................................1
Features...............................................................................................................................1
Technical Specifications.....................................................................................................2
RoHS-Compliance..............................................................................................................3
About RoHS...........................................................................................................3
Warnings.............................................................................................................................3
Electrostatic Discharge..........................................................................................3
Technical Support...............................................................................................................4
Repair Service........................................................................................................4
Physical Description.....................................................................................................5
Dimensions and Mounting..................................................................................................5
Hardware Assembly...............................................................................................7
External Connectors ........................................................................................................... 8
VL-EPMs-M1 Connectors.....................................................................................8
VL-EPMs-M1 Connector Functions and Interface Cables....................................9
Operation.....................................................................................................................10
USB Ports .........................................................................................................................10
SATA Ports.......................................................................................................................11
Configuring a SATA RAID Set........................................................................... 12
PC/104 (ISA) Connector................................................................................................... 12
PCIe Mini Card / mSATA Socket ....................................................................................13
SUMIT-A Bottom Connector ...........................................................................................15
SUMIT-A Top Connector.................................................................................................16
SUMIT-B Top Connector.................................................................................................17
SUMIT-B Bottom Connector ...........................................................................................18
Appendix A –References............................................................................................19

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Introduction
Features
The VL-EPMs-M1 is an embedded SATA and USB interface module with an optional Mini PCIe
or mSATA socket. Based on the SUMIT-ISM form factor, the VL-EPMs-M1 supports SUMIT
and PC/104 (ISA) stackable expansion buses on a 90 mm x 96 mm (3.55” x 3.78”) footprint.
Configurations and feature sets include:
Model
USB Ports
SATA
Ports
Mini PCIe /
mSATA Socket
Stackable Bus
VL-EPMs-M1A
2 Type A
2 Pin-header
2
No
—
VL-EPMs-M1B
1 Type A
2 Pin-header
2
PCIe Mini Card
SUMIT-AB (Top and
Bottom), ISA (Pass-through)
VL-EPMs-M1C
2 Type A
2 Pin-header
1
mSATA
—
All boards include the following features:
Transient Voltage Suppression
(TVS) devices on I/O interfaces
for protection against power
spikes and surges
Designed to provide -40° to
+85°C operation for reliable use
in harsh environments
Full compliance with EU Directive
2002/95/EC (RoHS) for devices used in
Europe
SUMIT-ISM (Legacy Type 1) form factor
The VL-EPMs-M1 features high-reliability design and construction. All VL-EPMs-M1 boards
are subjected to functional testing and are backed by a limited two-year warranty. Careful parts
sourcing and US-based technical support ensure the highest possible quality, reliability, service,
and product longevity for this exceptional board.
1

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Technical Specifications
Board Size:
PC/104™ standard:
90 mm x 96 mm (3.55” x 3.78”)
Power Requirements:
+5V
3.5W typical (without PCIe wireless card)
15.9W max. (without PCIe wireless card)
16.5W (with PCIe wireless card in use)
Stackable Bus:
SUMIT: SUMIT-A, SUMIT-B*
PC/104*: ISA (pass-through only)
Operating Temperature:
-40° to +85°C
Storage Temperature:
-40° to +85°C
Airflow Requirements:
Free air from -40° to +85°C
USB: Four USB 2.0 ports
USB 0-1 –Type A
USB 2-3 –10-pin header
SATA: One or two SATA 3 Gb/s ports
BIOS Compatibility
BIOS must support Plug and Play (PnP) and
shadowing of option ROMs.
SATA RAID Driver/OS Compatibility:
Windows XP –Compatible
Windows 7, 32-bit –Compatible
Windows 7, 64-bit –Compatible (Windows
forces use of 32-bit driver)
Linux –See KnowledgeBase article VT1689
Storage/Interface Socket:
One optional PCIe Mini Card (Model B) or
one mSATA (Model C) socket
Weight: VL-EPMs-M1A –0.087 lb (0.039 kg)
VL-EPMs-M1B –0.157 lb (0.071 kg)
VL-EPMs-M1C –0.105 lb (0.047 kg)
SUMIT Resources
Form Factor: SUMIT-ISM (Legacy Type 1)
SUMIT
A
SUMIT
B*
PCIe x1
1
1
PCIe x4
–
USB
4
ExpressCard
–
LPC
–
SPI / µWire
–
SMBus / I2C
SMBus
+12V
–
+5V


+5Vsb
–
–
+3.3V
–
–
SUMIT-A Bottom only on VL-EPMs-M1A.
SUMIT-AB Top and Bottom on VL-EPMs-M1B.
SMBus on VL-EPMs-M1B only.
* Optional
Data represents standard operation at +25°C with +5V supply unless otherwise noted.
Specifications are subject to change without notification.

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RoHS-Compliance
The VL-EPMs-M1 is RoHS compliant.
ABOUT ROHS
In 2003, the European Union issued Directive 2002/95/EC regarding the Restriction of the use of
certain Hazardous Substances (RoHS) in electrical and electronic equipment.
The RoHS directive requires producers of electrical and electronic equipment to reduce to
acceptable levels the presence of six environmentally sensitive substances: lead, mercury,
cadmium, hexavalent chromium, and the presence of polybrominated biphenyls (PBB) and
polybrominated diphenyl ethers (PBDE) flame retardants, in certain electrical and electronic
products sold in the European Union (EU) beginning July 1, 2006.
VersaLogic Corp. is committed to supporting customers with high-quality products and services
meeting the European Union’s RoHS directive.
Warnings
ELECTROSTATIC DISCHARGE
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage boards, disk drives, and other components. The circuit
board must only be handled at an ESD protective workstation. If an approved station is not
available, some measure of protection can be provided by wearing a grounded antistatic wrist
strap. Keep all plastic away from the board. Do not slide the board over any surface.
After removing the board from its protective wrapper, place the board on a grounded, static-free
surface, component side up. Use an antistatic foam pad if available.
The board should always be protected inside a closed metallic antistatic envelope during
shipment or storage.

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Technical Support
If you are unable to solve a problem after reading this manual, please visit the VL-EPMs-M1
product support web page (see below). The support page provides links to component datasheets
and device drivers.
The VersaTech KnowledgeBase contains a wealth of technical information about VersaLogic
products, along with product advisories. Click the link below to see all KnowledgeBase articles
related to the VL-EPMs-M1.
If you have further questions, contact VersaLogic Technical Support at [phone].
VersaLogic support engineers are also available via e-mail at [e-mail].
REPAIR SERVICE
If your product requires service, you must obtain a Returned Material Authorization (RMA)
number by calling [phone].
Please provide the following information:
Your name, the name of your company, your phone number, and your e-mail address
The name of a technical contact if any questions arise
Quantity of items being returned
The model and serial number (barcode) of each item
A detailed description of the problem
Steps you have taken to resolve or recreate the problem
The return shipping address
Warranty Repair All parts and labor charges are covered, including return shipping
charges for UPS Ground delivery to United States addresses.
Non-warranty Repair All non-warranty repairs are subject to diagnosis and labor charges,
parts charges, and return shipping fees. Please specify the shipping
method you prefer and provide a purchase order number for invoicing
the repair.
Note Please mark the RMA number clearly on the outside of the box before
returning. Failure to do so can delay the processing of your return.
VL-EPMs-M1 Support Page
http://www.versalogic.com/private/epmsm1support.asp
VersaTech KnowledgeBase

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Physical Description
Dimensions and Mounting
The VL-EPMs-M1 complies with the SUMIT-ISM (Legacy Type 1) form factor specification,
which provides for specific mounting hole and stackable bus locations as shown in the diagram
below.
Figure 1. VL-EPMs-M1 Dimensions and Mounting Holes
(Not to scale. All dimensions in inches.)
2
–0.200
0.000
3.150 3.350
0.150
0.000
-0.200
3.575
3.375
3.050
0.125 DIA x4
Use 3 mm or #4
standoffs
+
+
+
+

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Caution The board must be supported at all four mounting points to prevent excessive
flexing when expansion modules are mated and detached. Flex damage caused by
excessive force on an improperly mounted circuit board is not covered under the
product warranty.
Figure 2. VL-EPMs-M1B Height Dimensions
(Not to scale. All dimensions in inches.)
0.44
0.43
0.06
0.38
0.36
PC/104 (ISA)
Connector
SUMIT
Connectors