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PCIBPMCX1 - PCI to PMC Adapter / Carrier


PCIBPMCX1 (PCI/PCI-X Bus Compatible) Bridge based PCI and PMC Compatible Adapter Carrier Front View



The PCIBPMCX1 ( PCI / PCI-X Bridge PMC 1 slot) adapter / carrier converter card provides the ability to install one PMC card into a standard PCI/PCI-X slot. The PCIBPMCX1 PMC card slot can be programmed for 3.3 or 5V operation by the user, and the primary PCI bus implementation is universal voltage. Suitable for PCI or PCI-X operation with 32 bit or 64 bit data and 33, 66, 100 or 133 MHz. clock.

The PMC user IO connector Pn4 is available on a SCSI II connector. The Pn4 user IO is routed differentially with matched length and impedance control to the SCSI connector. The PMC front panel connector is mounted though the PCI mounting bracket.

For superior performance the PCIBPMCX1 has a cooling cutout for increased airflow to the PMC. A cut-out is preferred over a fan mounted to the PMC adapter for several reasons including: many components are not shielded against close proximity electro-magnetic fields, and the reduction in MTBF that an additional mechanical device represents. If your application requires a fan you can order the PCIBPMCX1-FAN to have a fan mounted to your PCIBPMCX1. The FAN positions are numbered 1-2 with 1 closest to the PCI Bezel [left edge in the picture above]. One fan can be mounted.

The PCI bus is interconnected to the PMC via a 64 bit 133 MHz capable bridge. The bridge allows the PCI bus to operate with different parameters than the PMC card - for example the PCI bus can operate at 66 MHz with 64 bit data and the PMC with 33 mhz and 32 bit data. The buffering within the bridge will take care of the rate and data matching. The local side can also operate at 133, 100. 66 or 33 MHz depending on the PMCs installed. The PCIBPMCX1 can control the M66EN signal via a dipswitch setting or the PMC can control the M66EN setting directly. The PCI-X controls are also selectable via dipswitch.

The voltage definitions are also buffered between the PCI and PMC buses. The PCI VIO automatically defines the reference levels for the primary side of the bridge. A shunt is used to control a MOSFET to select which voltage reference is used on the secondary side. A 5V PMC card can be used with a 3.3V PCI bus and vice-versa. The voltages can also be the same.

The bridge is located near the PCI gold fingers and routed with PCI specification compliant traces for impedance and length to insure that multiple PCIBPMCX1 cards can be installed onto the same PCI bus stub.

Local Regulation of the 3.3V power insures clean power on the 3.3V rail and that the rail is energized. The 5V supply is routed to the 5V rail and to the local regulator. The regulator design utilizes a switching regulator controlling a MOSFET to convert 5V to 3.3V. An LC filter insures clean power at the PMC. A shunt allows the user to select between the PCI supply and the local regulator. The bridge uses a maximum of 700 mA leaving 7+ amps on the 3.3V rail for the PMCs. The bridge is properly bipassed with additional capacitors near the PMC connectors.

The 5V, +12 and -12V voltages are supplied to the PMC slot via the PCI connector. The voltages are bipassed at the PCI connector and at the PMC connector. The 5V power has additional decoupling to support the regulator requirements.

The individual pins on the JN4 (PN4) connectors for each slot are accessible by a 68 pin SCSI connector. We recommend using our SCSI cable and the HDEterm68 breakout block with the SCSI connector.

The PMC JTAG connections are routed to a header. The header is configured to for discrete connections. Please let us know if you want the header installed.

  • 1 year warranty
  • Quantity discounts available

    • PCIBPMCX1 Features

  • Size
    		•  Half size PCI card.

  • PMC compliant slots
    		•  1 PMC Slots provided.

  • Clocks
    		•  PCI primary bus can operate at 133, 100, 66 or 33 MHz. Secondary side can operate at the same or lower frequency than primary side. User switch provided for clock selection.

  • Access Width
    		•  Standard PCI byte lanes supported for byte, word and long access dependent on installed PMC. 64 or 32 bit operation from either bus supported by Bridge.

  • Access Frequency
    		•  Bridge supports 133,100, 66 or 33 MHz operation.

  • Software Interface
    		•  Industry Standard 31154 Bridge register definitions. The bridge does not require any user set-up. PMC register definitions as defined by installed hardware.

  • Interrupts
    		•  INTA, INTB, INTC, INTD routed to PCI connector. Most PMCs use one Interrupt level [INTA].

  • Power
    		•  +5, +12, -12V, regulated or PCI +3V supplied to PMCs.

  • VIO
    		•  Primary side set by PCI bus. Secondary side set by user selection [shunt]. Regulated 3.3V or 5V via MOSFET to VIO mini-plane.

  • Thermal
    		•  The PCIBPMCX1 has a cut-outs to support increased airflow over the PMC component side. Optional fan(s) with two mounting positions are available.

  • IO Interface
    		•  Front Bezel IO supported at PCI bracket. Jn4 "user IO" supported with SCSI connector. Differential Impedance controlled matched length traces from Pn4 to SCSI connector.

  • Specification
    		•  PCI, PCI-X, PICMG 2.15 specification compliant


  • LEDs
    		•  +3V, +5V, +12V, -12V and Busmode 1 [present] plus VIO.

  • DIP switch
    		•  2 - 8 position switchs are provided to allow for configuration control and to select the primary and secondary clocking options.

  • JTAG
    		•  The PMC JTAG connections are tied to a labeled header.


    PCIBPMCX1 Benefits

  • Speed
    		•  The PCIBPMCX1 offers PCI-X and PCI speeds on the primary and PMC slot sides.

  • Price
    		•  The PCIBPMCX1 has the low price point. Make use of existing PMC designs in PCI applications without paying for the expense of a new design and layout. Quantity discounts are available.

  • Ease of Use
    		•  The PCIBPMCX1 is easy to use. A plug and play interface to the PMC site. The Bridge can be configured with the user switches on board; eliminating any requirement for special software for the bridge itself. The PCIBPMCX1 is a Non Transparent Bridge. The board comes configured for a 66 MHz capable primary bus and 33 MHz secondary bus. In most cases the switches can be left with the factory settings. The manual contains clear directions for switch options. The engineering kit provides a good starting point for a new user.

  • Availability
    		•  The PCIBPMCX1 is a popular board. We keep the PCIBPMCX1 in stock. Send in your order and in most cases have your hardware the next day - delivered to you via FedEx.

  • Size
    		•  The PCIBPMCX1 is a half size PCI board which conforms to the PCI mechanical and electrical specifications. Eliminate mechanical interference issues. The PCIBPMCX1 can be used in all full and half length PCI compliant slots. With the rear IO connector in use a full length slot will likely be required.

  • PMC Compatibility
    		•  The PCIBPMCX1 is PMC compliant per the IEEE 1386 specification. All Dynamic Engineering PMC Modules are compatible with the PCIBPMCX1. All other PMC Modules which are compliant with the PMC specification are compatible with the PCIBPMCX1.

  • PCI Compatibility
    		•  The PCIBPMCX1 is PCI compliant. The PCIBPMCX1 can be expected to work in any PCI compliant backplane. The PCIBPMCX1 has been tested in multiple backplanes.


    Engineering Kit

    PCIBPMCX1-ENG..........Engineering Kit for PCIBPMCX1 includes:
    Board level Schematics [PDF], and 3' HDEcabl68 and HDEterm68-MP or DINribn64 and DINterm64-P


    PCIBPMCX1 Ordering Information

  • PCIBPMCX1 Order the PCIBPMCX1 for a base version (PCIBPMCX1 with SCSI connector and standard processing [leaded solder])

  • PCIBPMCX1-FAN() Need additional cooling? order the PCIBPMCX1-FAN() for a pre-installed 12V 8CFM fan(s) to maximize cooling and funtionality of your card. The fan has been tested with high wattage prPMC devices. Fan position 1 is closest to the PCI bezel
    Valid Fan options include: (1), (2),(12 (both))

  • PCIBPMCX1-NC Order the PCIBPMCX1-NC to receive a PCIBPMCX1 with no SCSI connector installed
    This card is 1/2 length

  • PCIBPMCX1-ROHS Order the PCIBPMCX1-ROHS to receive a PCIBPMCX1 with ROHS processing
    Standard processing will result without this option

  • -VIO3 The VIO3 option removes the FET for the secondary VIO to force it to be 3.3V only ­ for no mistakes about voltage selection

  • PCIBPMCX1 Order combinations of the above options by simply adding the extension(s) to your order request.


    Ordering Options: Please select the board version and engineering kit you wish to order.

    Quantity

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    Download the PCIBPMCX1 Manual in PDF format.

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