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Magma EB7-X8G2 User Manual

Magma EB7-X8G2
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EB7-X8G2
User Manua l
PCIe to PCIe Expansion
MODEL: EB7-8XG2

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Magma EB7-X8G2 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandMagma
ModelEB7-X8G2
CategoryComputer Hardware
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Preface

Advisories

Types of advisories used in the manual for warnings and information.

Safety Instructions

General safety guidelines for handling the expansion chassis and computer.

Working Inside a Computer

Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge

Precautions to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge to semiconductor devices.

Chapter 1 Introduction

General Specifications

Details the specifications of the Magma 7 Slot PCI Express Expansion System.

Pre-Installation Information

Steps to take before starting the Magma expansion chassis installation.

Parts List

Lists the components included with the Magma expansion chassis.

Tools Required for Installation

Lists the tools needed to complete the Magma expansion system installation.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

Before you Begin

Initial steps and considerations before starting hardware installation.

Remove Top Cover

Instructions on how to remove the top cover of the expansion chassis.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

Install Expansion interface card (EIF)

Guide on installing the Expansion Interface Card (EIF) into the chassis.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

SW1 and SW2

Details the settings for DIP switches SW1 and SW2 on the Expansion Interface card.

Install Host Interface Cards

Instructions for installing the Host Interface card into the computer.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

Installation of low profile bracket

Steps to attach a low profile bracket to a PCIe card.

Install PCIe Cards

Guidance on installing PCIe cards into the expansion chassis.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

Connect iPass Cable

Instructions on how to connect the iPass cable between the chassis and host.

How to Disconnect iPass Cable

Procedure for safely disconnecting the iPass cable.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

Connect Power Cord / Cable

Steps for connecting the power cord to the expansion chassis.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

Power ON the unit

Procedure for powering on the Magma expansion chassis.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

Power on the Host Computer

Instructions for powering on the host computer after the chassis.

Shutting Down

Critical safety warning regarding the order of shutting down the system.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

Hardware Check

Verifying correct LED illumination after powering on the system.

LINKUP 0 LED

Explains the function and expected state of the LinkUP 0 LED.

SLOT LEDS

Describes the meaning of the Slot LEDs indicating PCIe card presence.

Chapter 2 Hardware Installation

Expansion interfafe card LEDs

Details the LED indicators on the Expansion Interface card.

Hot Plug LED (next to Hot Plug buttons)

Explains the function of Hot Plug LEDs and their states.

MASTER RST LED & Power LED

Describes the Master RST LED and Power LED on the expansion board.

Chapter 3 Software Installation

Software Driver Installation

Information on Magma driver requirements for different operating systems.

Verify Magma Installation

Steps to verify the Magma installation in Windows.

Chapter 3 Software Installation

Mac OS X

How the Magma expansion chassis is recognized in Mac OS X.

Expansion Slot Utility

Information about the Expansion Slot Utility in Mac OS X.

Chapter 3 Software Installation

Apple System Profiler

Using Apple System Profiler to verify Magma expansion chassis recognition.

Chapter 3 Software Installation

RedHat Linux

Steps for verifying Magma installation in RedHat Linux using `lspci`.

Chapter 3 Software Installation

Linux Commands to Use to check on Magma device

Useful Linux commands for checking the Magma device status and configuration.

Chapter 4 Install PCIe Cards

Open PCle Expansion Chassis

Instructions for opening the PCIe expansion chassis.

Chapter 4 Install PCIe Cards

Install PCI Express (PCIe) Cards

Detailed steps for installing third-party PCIe cards into the chassis.

Chapter 4 Install PCIe Cards

System Should Be Up and Running

Verifying the system is operational after installing PCIe cards.

SNMP Features and Configuration

Overview of SNMP features supported by the EB7-X89G2-RAS chassis.

Chapter 4 Install PCIe Cards

SNMP Features

Lists the monitoring and administration features provided by SNMP.

SNMP Configuration

Steps to configure SNMP settings for remote monitoring.

Chapter 4 Install PCIe Cards

Configure Network Settings

How to configure network settings for the chassis via a web interface.

Configure SNMP Settings

Setting up SNMP community names and trap destination.

Chapter 4 Install PCIe Cards

Temperature settings

Viewing and monitoring internal chassis temperatures via SNMP.

Change Credentials

How to change the default SNMP user name and password.

Chapter 4 Install PCIe Cards

Reset to Default Values

Procedure to restore factory default settings using the Alarm Reset Button.

Configure your SNMP Agent

Information on configuring an SNMP agent with the MIB file.

Chapter 4 Install PCIe Cards

Retrieving the MIB File

Location and procedure for downloading the MIB file.

Accessing the various SNMP functions

Using a MIB Browser to access SNMP functions and status information.

Chapter 4 Install PCIe Cards

Remote Chassis Reset (turnPowerOffOn)

Remotely turning the chassis off and on using SNMP.

I/O Switching

Configuring voluntary I/O switching between PCs using SNMP.

Chapter 4 Install PCIe Cards

Finishing Touches

Final steps after system setup, like replacing covers.

"Hot-Swappable” PCle Card Installations

Information on removing and replacing PCIe cards without shutting down the system.

Chapter 4 Install PCIe Cards

Hot-Plug/Swap Procedure for Windows

Detailed steps for hot-plugging/swapping PCIe cards in Windows.

Chapter 4 Install PCIe Cards

Hot-Plug/Swap Procedure for Linux

Procedure for hot-plugging/swapping PCIe cards in Linux environments.

Chapter 4 Install PCIe Cards

The Alternate Function DIP Switch

Explains the functions controlled by the Alternate Function DIP Switch.

EEPROM Loading

Requirements for EEPROM loading for PCIe Gen II mode operation.

Chapter 4 Install PCIe Cards

EEPROM Write Protect (WP)

Function of the EEPROM Write Protect jumper.

PCIe Switch I2C Address Setting

Setting the I2C address for the PCIe switch.

PCIe Expansion Performance with the EB7-X8G2-RAS

High Performance Video Card expansion solutions

Using the chassis for high-performance video card expansion.

Chapter 5 Chassis Maintenance

General Chassis Cleaning

Steps for performing routine general cleaning of the chassis.

Chapter 5 Chassis Maintenance

Fan replacement

Instructions for replacing a failed fan module in the chassis.

Chapter 5 Chassis Maintenance

"Hot-Swappable” Power Supply

How to replace a hot-swappable power supply module.

Chapter 5 Chassis Maintenance

Cleaning the Air Filter

Procedure for cleaning the chassis air filter.

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

Status Indicators and configuration switches

Overview of status indicators and configuration switches for troubleshooting.

Chassis Slot Power Indicators

Explains the meaning of chassis slot power indicator LEDs.

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

Chassis Linkup and Activity Indicators:

Indicators for verifying connectivity between host and chassis.

SNMP Power-On Source Jumper

Configuration of the SNMP power-on source jumper.

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

Locating the Problem

General steps to identify and troubleshoot system problems.

My Computer Can't Find the PCIe Expansion System

Troubleshooting steps when the computer does not detect the expansion system.

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

When Nothing Works

Troubleshooting steps for when the system or chassis does not turn on.

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

My Computer Hangs During Power Up

Steps to resolve issues where the computer hangs during power-up.

My PCIe Card Doesn't Work

Flowchart and steps to troubleshoot a non-functional PCIe card.

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

Windows Error Codes

Interpretation of Windows error codes related to device issues.

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

My system hangs beyond a certain number of add-in cards

Troubleshooting hangs caused by too many add-in cards.

Rackmounting the Chassis

Instructions for installing the chassis into a rack.

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

Add Screws to Rack Post

How to attach screws to rack posts for mounting.

Attach Slide Rail to Rack

Steps for attaching slide rails to the rack.

Chapter 6 Troubleshooting

Attach Chassis to Slide Rail

Instructions for attaching the chassis to the slide rails.

Chapter 7 How to Get More Help

Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ)

Common questions and answers regarding the Magma system.

Contacting Technical Support

Information on how to contact Magma technical support for assistance.

Chapter 7 How to Get More Help

PCIScope Software Utility

Description of PCIScope, a diagnostic tool for PCI subsystems.

Chapter 7 How to Get More Help

Returning Merchandise to MAGMA

Procedure for returning products to Magma for service or replacement.

Appendix A Need More PCIe Slots?

Multiple PCIe Expansion System Configurations

Explains how to configure multiple Magma expansion systems.

The Fan-Out Configuration

Describes the fan-out configuration method for expanding PCIe slots.

Appendix A Need More PCIe Slots?

Daisy-Chaining

Explains the daisy-chain configuration for adding PCIe slots.

Appendix A Need More PCIe Slots?

PCI e Card Conflicts

Troubleshooting conflicts between installed PCIe cards.

Power-On Sequence for Advanced Configurations

Correct power-on sequence for advanced configurations.

Troubleshooting Advanced Configurations

Approach to troubleshooting problems in multi-expansion configurations.

APPENDIX B I/O Switching Via SNMP

I/O Switching

How to switch I/Os between servers using SNMP.

APPENDIX C Compliance

FCC

FCC compliance statement for the device.

Industry Canada

Industry Canada compliance statement for the device.

CE

CE compliance statement for the device.

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