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National Instruments RMC-8356 User Manual

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RMC-8356
User Manual
RMC-8356 User Manual
April 2017
376940A-01

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National Instruments RMC-8356 Specifications

General IconGeneral
BrandNational Instruments
ModelRMC-8356
CategoryController
LanguageEnglish

Summary

Getting Started

Unpacking

Instructions for inspecting the shipping container and the RMC-8356 for damage upon arrival.

What You Need to Get Started

Lists the items included in the RMC-8356 kit for initial setup.

RMC-8356 Overview

Provides a summary of the RMC-8356 controller's features and capabilities.

Key Features

Highlights the main performance aspects of the RMC-8356 for controlling PXI systems.

Mainboard Features

Details the specifications of the RMC-8356's mainboard components.

Power Management Features

Outlines the power management capabilities supported by the RMC-8356.

Front Panel LEDs

Explains the function of each LED indicator on the RMC-8356 front panel.

RMC-8356 Description

Provides a description of the RMC-8356 front panel and its features.

Memory Upgrades

Information on upgrading the memory modules for the RMC-8356.

National Instruments Software

Describes the software packages provided by National Instruments for the RMC-8356.

Installation and BIOS Setup

Safety Information

Crucial safety precautions and warnings to observe during installation and operation of the RMC-8356.

Chassis Cooling Considerations

Discusses factors affecting chassis cooling and proper ventilation for the RMC-8356.

Installation

Step-by-step guide for connecting devices and powering on the RMC-8356.

Connecting Safety Ground

Details the procedure for establishing a proper safety ground connection for the RMC-8356.

Connecting to Power Source

Instructions for connecting the RMC-8356 to an AC power source.

BIOS Setup

Introduction to the AMIBIOS Setup utility for configuring the RMC-8356 motherboard.

Main Setup

Describes the primary configuration screen within the AMI BIOS setup utility.

Memory Information

Provides details about the system's installed memory, including total size and speed.

Advanced Setup Configurations

Covers advanced system settings accessible through the BIOS setup utility.

CPU Configuration

Detailed settings for CPU performance, features, and states.

IntelĀ® Virtualization Technology

Configuration for Intel Virtualization Technology for enhanced I/O management and security.

CPU Thermal Configuration

Settings for managing CPU temperature and thermal behavior.

Chipset Configuration

Configuration options for the system's chipset.

Graphics Configuration

Settings related to the system's graphics display configuration.

SATA Configuration

Settings for configuring SATA controllers and drives.

PCIe/PCI/PnP Configuration

Configuration for PCI Express, PCI, and Plug and Play devices.

Super IO Configuration

Configuration settings for the Super IO chip and its logical devices.

AMT Configuration

Settings for Intel Active Management Technology (AMT).

Serial Port Console Redirection

Configuration for serial port console redirection.

EMS (Emergency Management Services) Console Redirection

Enables console redirection for Emergency Management Services (EMS).

ACPI Settings

Advanced Configuration and Power Interface settings for system power management.

Trusted Computing Configuration

Configuration settings for trusted computing and security devices.

NIC Configuration

Settings for configuring network interface controllers (NICs).

Event Logs

Configuration settings for system event logging.

IPMI

Configuration settings for Intelligent Platform Management Interface (IPMI).

Security

Configuration settings for system security features.

Boot

Configuration settings for the system's boot process.

Save & Exit

Options for saving changes, exiting the BIOS setup, or restoring defaults.

BIOS Error Beep Codes

Lists beep codes indicating POST errors and their meanings.

OS Reinstallation and Recovery

Procedures for reinstalling or recovering the operating system.

Cleaning

Guidelines for cleaning the RMC-8356 chassis.

Rack Mounting

Instructions for installing the RMC-8356 into a server rack.

Installing the Server into a Rack

Procedures for sliding the server chassis into the installed rack rails.

Installing the Server into a Telco Rack

Instructions for installing the RMC-8356 into a Telco type rack.

I/O Information

Rear Panel Connectors

Describes the various I/O connectors located on the rear panel of the RMC-8356.

Universal Serial Bus (USB)

Details the various USB connectors and headers on the RMC-8356.

VGA/DVI Port

Describes the VGA and DVI video output connectors.

DP (DisplayPort)

Details the DisplayPort connectors for digital display output.

MXI-Express Connectors

Information regarding MXI-Express connectors.

Common Configuration Questions

General Questions

Answers common questions about the RMC-8356's LEDs, configuration, and basic operations.

Boot Options

Lists the devices from which the RMC-8356 can boot.

Chassis Configuration

Explains how to set up the RMC-8356 to work with a PXI chassis.

Upgrade Information

Information on upgrading system memory, hard drives, and BIOS.

Troubleshooting

What if the RMC-8356 does not boot?

Provides troubleshooting steps for issues preventing the RMC-8356 from booting.

My RMC-8356 boots fine until I get to Windows, at which point I cannot read the screen.

Troubleshoots screen display issues occurring after Windows boots.

My system boots fine as long as a particular module is not in my chassis.

Troubleshoots issues caused by a specific module not being in the chassis.

Specifications

Electrical

Lists the electrical specifications for the RMC-8356, including AC input.

Mainboard

Details the specifications of the RMC-8356's mainboard components like CPU, chipset, memory, and slots.

CPU

Lists the CPU specifications.

Hard Disk Drive

Details the specifications for the hard disk drive.

Mechanical

Lists the mechanical dimensions and weight of the RMC-8356.

Environmental

Lists environmental operating conditions and specifications.

Electromagnetic Compatibility

Lists the EMC standards the RMC-8356 meets.

Environmental Management

NI's commitment to environmentally responsible manufacturing.

Hardware Configuration

Motherboard Layout

Describes the layout of the RMC-8356 motherboard with component locations.

Front Control Panel Connector (JF1)

Details the JF1 connector for control panel buttons and LEDs.

Motherboard Connections

Describes connections on the motherboard and provides pinout definitions.

Power Connections

Details the two required power connections on the motherboard.

Fan Headers

Describes the 4-pin fan headers and their compatibility.

Jumpers

Explains the function and use of motherboard jumpers.

CMOS Clear

Provides steps to clear the CMOS settings.

Watch Dog

Describes the Watch Dog function and jumper settings.

LED Indicators

Details the status indicated by various LEDs on the motherboard.

Upgrading Memory

Information on upgrading the RMC-8356 memory capacity.

DIMM Module Population Sequence

Sequence for installing DIMM modules in the motherboard slots.

Memory Installation

Step-by-step instructions for installing DDR memory modules into the slots.

Installing DDR Modules

Step-by-step guide for installing DDR memory modules into the slots.

Removing DDR Modules

Step-by-step guide for removing DDR memory modules from the slots.

Upgrading and Replacing Hard Disk Drives

Information about upgrading and replacing hard disk drives.

PCI Expansion Card Installation

Instructions for installing PCI expansion cards using the riser card.

Replacing the Battery

Step-by-step guide for replacing the motherboard battery.

System Cooling

Details the system's cooling mechanism using counter-rotating fans.

Installing Fans

Instructions for replacing a system fan if one fails.

Intel SATA RAID Utility for Intel C236

Intel RAID Configuration Utility

Introduction to the Intel SATA RAID utility for managing RAID arrays.

Intel HostRAID Configurations

Describes the types of Intel HostRAID configurations supported (RAID0, RAID1).

Configuring the AMI BIOS for SATA RAID Settings

Steps to configure SATA RAID settings within the AMI BIOS.

Creating a RAID0 Volume

Step-by-step guide to create a RAID0 volume for data striping.

Creating a RAID1 Volume

Step-by-step guide to create a RAID1 volume for data mirroring.

Recovery

Procedures for creating a recovery volume using RAID.

Deleting a RAID Volume

Steps to delete a RAID volume and its associated data.

Resetting to Non-RAID

Procedures to reset a RAID volume HDD to a non-RAID configuration.

Recovery Volume Options

Options for selecting a recovery volume for system restoration.

Exiting the Intel RSTe SATA Controller

Steps to exit the Intel RSTe SATA Controller utility.

NI Services

Services and Resources

Overview of services and resources offered by National Instruments.

Technical Support

Resources available for technical support, including KnowledgeBase and forums.

Software Support Service Membership

Benefits of the Standard Service Program (SSP) membership.

Declaration of Conformity (DoC)

Information on product compliance with European Directives for EMC and safety.

Glossary

Symbol Prefix Value

Table defining common symbols and their prefixes with corresponding values.

Symbols

List of common symbols used in technical contexts.

BIOS

Definition of Basic Input/Output System and its functions.

PXI

Definition of PCI eXtensions for Instrumentation.

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