PCI Expansion System User`s Manual
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1. i 28 Table of Contents i MAGMA Windows Error God ete te bite rete oo o am e oe e emend So eue uae lus 29 Uninstall the MAGMA Driver i 31 CHAPTER 7 HOW TO GET MORE HELP 33 Frequently Asked Questions FAQ 33 Contacting Technical Support 33 MAGMA Debug Utillly 55 2 0 paier deret ette beret rts obi ot eroe 34 POIScopesSom ware Ulisse rale e 35 Returning Merchandise to MAGMA i 37 APPENDIX A BUS HIERARCHY cc cceeseeeen nennen nnns 39 DUS Hierarehy c m 39 APPENDIX B DC POWER INFORMATION 41 SUB TOO WV DG xin e issan a sm manua aaa 41 Battery Sizing SelectlOn coepti ee aepo cere vete Eva Mte dde ee 42 APPENDIX C COMPLIANCE 1x1ssssssreseeszzzzzinao 45 pide c TEM M P 45 NausiyGanddiza sale ia 45 e x MEETUPS EMEND SAN 45 li Table of Contents Advisories Four types of advisories are used throughout this manual to provide helpful information or to alert you to the potential for hardware damage or personal injury They are Notes Cautions Warnings and Dangers The following is an example of each type of advisory NOTE An amplifying or explanatory comment related to procedural steps or text CAUTION A Used to indicate and prevent the following procedure or step from Caution causing damage to the equipme2. Removable Storage Ej Mj PCI bus i Disk Defragmenter E 4 Intel R 82801 PCI Bridge 2448 Disk Management BS Intel R PRO Wireless 2200BG Network Connection Ga Services and Applications EJ SDA Standard Compliant SD Host Controller amp Texas Instruments OHCI Compliant IEEE 1394 Host Controller toe abagpated FlashMedia Controller exas Instruments PCIxx21 x515 Cardbu a E PCI standard PCI to PCI bridge ig Pericom PCI to PCI bridge SIZE PCI um 3 Intel R 82801FB FBM PCI Express Root Port 2662 ES Intel R 82801 FRIFRM IISR I Iniversal Host Controller 2658 Chapter 4 X Verify Installation 15 MAGMA If everything is OK then the MAGMA CardBus Expansion Driver installation is complete You can now proceed to Chapter 5 and Install 3 Party PCI Cards If however the installation was unsuccessful you may not see the PCI to PCI Bridge or it will have a small yellow n in front of it Device Manager Action view e 9 83 m A om Advanced Configuration and Power Interface ACPI PC E Microsoft ACPI Compliant System Ml ACPI Fan ll ACPI Fixed Feature Buyton Il ACPI Lid Ill ACPI Sleep Button ACPI Thermal Zone Microsoft AC Adapfer Microsoft ACPI Cgmpliant Control Method Battery Microsoft ACPI Gompliant Control Method Battery E M PCI bus ED 56K PCI Voice Modem SF 11561V R9A Intel 82371 AB EB PCI to ISA bridge ISA mode E E Intel 8
3. 5HF DC ready Power Supply PN SUB100WDC PCI Host Interface card required to use the expansion chassis with a desktop computer PN PCIHIF68 Pre Installation Information Before using the MAGMA expansion chassis you should perform the following steps e Inventory the shipping carton contents for all of the required parts e Gather all of the necessary tools required for installation e Head this manual Chapter 1 Introduction 1 MAGMA Parts List The following parts are provided 1 2 Slot CardBus to PCI Expansion Chassis PCI expansion cable 1 meter or 1 5 meter Rubber feet to be installed by user The MAGMA PCI expansion cable uses a 68 pin connector however it is NOT an off the shelf SCSI cable The MAGMA PCI expansion cable is a custom cable designed specifically for PCI Expansion 2 Slot CardBus to PCI Expansion System Lo On CHT Switch Cooling Fans 5M Load Resistor Hard Drive SOW 115V 230V A C Brackets or 100W DC Power Supply 32 Bit CardBus Card Standard PCI Slot Primary Standard PCI Slot Secondary Mon Standard PCI Slot 12 bit c amp 4 b 12 bi PCI don ane ibis Power Connector y A P Expansion Cable Connector U S Standard 115 Power Cord Tools Required for Installation In order to complete the installation of the MAGMA expansion system you will need a Phillips head screwdriver 2 Preface The following s
4. Action View Window Help Devices by connection Resources by type ia cile R b ti yp esources by connection Pp drives Sharen e Display adapters E 2 Local U DVD CD ROM drives Perforg Customize Floppy disk controllers E Device Manager IDE ATA ATAPI controllers El Sal Storage Keyboards Es Removable Storage j 0 Mice and other pointing devices Disk Defragmenter Monitors Disk Management Network adapters F Ports COM amp LPT 8f Processors Sound video and game controllers Storage volumes System devices Universal Serial Bus controllers m Services and Applications 2 Displays devices by connection Open ACP BIOS gt Open PCI Bus Click the sign several times until your reach the DEC Bridge PCI to PCI Bridge When installed correctly you will see two PCI to PCI Bridges below your system s CardBus Controller Goa m File Action view Window Help laj xj e Amaea Computer Management Local 4 ACPI Power Button ii System Tools 4 ACPI Thermal Zone Event Viewer 4 ACPI Thermal Zone 9 Shared Folders 4 ACPI Thermal Zone E Local Users and Groups ig ACPI Thermal Zone g Performance Logs and Alerts i Intel R Pentium R M processor 1 60GHz a Device Manager W Microsoft AC Adapter Bu Storage Mi Microsoft ACPI Compliant Control Method Battery
5. Appendix A Bus Hierarchy SUB100WDC By purchasing the DC power upgrade Part Number SUB100WDC MAGMA 2 slot chassis users can power their expansion chassis off a user supplied 12 volt DC power source such as a battery set car lighter adapter etc provided they use the proper cabling The SUB100WDC provides a 100 Watt DC DC power supply in place of the standard 90 Watt AC power supply The SUB100WDOC includes the following parts 1 100 Watt DC DC converter with male 4 pin XLR receptacle 2 100 Watt AC DC power brick 3 U S Standard 115V power cord To use DC power you must use a cable with a female XLR 4 connector to connect the MAGMA expansion chassis to your DC power source These battery cables and adapter are available from video supply vendors like B amp H Photo www bhphotovideo com NOTE The SUB100WDC power supply is designed to accommodate DC input in the range of 9 16VDC and draw a maximum load of 100 Watts Please use this information when consulting with your local audio video supplier when reviewing battery options and sizing Appendix B DC Power Information 41 MAGMA Battery Sizing Selection For Batteries Rated in Amp Hours Use the following table for matching desired operating hours to battery capacity ratings SUB100WDC Max Rated Load Watts 100 Watts Margin of Safety for Battery Selection 1096 Column 2 4 Desired Continuous Operating Hours 12VDC 13 2VDC 144 VDC 7 6 1
6. Contacting Technical Support Our support department can be reached by fax at 858 530 2733 or by phone at 858 530 2511 Support is available Monday through Friday 8 00 AM to 5 00 PM PT When contacting MAGMA Technical Support please be sure to include the following information 1 Name 7 Serial Number 2 Company Name 8 Computer Make 3 Phone Number 9 Computer Model 4 Fax Number 10 Operating System and Version 5 Email Address 11 Make Model of PCI cards in expansion chassis 6 Model Number 12 Detailed description of the problem You can also visit our web site at www magma com support For a quick response use the Technical Support and RMA Request Form available in the Support Section of the website Simply complete the form with all required information Please make sure that your problem description is sufficiently detailed to help us understand your problem For example Don t say Won t boot up Do say Tried all the steps in the Troubleshooting Section and it still won t boot up For faster diagnosis of your problem please run the two utility programs described in the following sections and include the diagnostic files they generate with your email Chapter 7 How to Get More Help 33 MAGMA MAGMA Debug Utility Occasionally Mobility Technical Support may request Windows users to produce and email a MAGMA debug log file to help them resolve your problem This file should be emailed to support magma com
7. ESS Nc RETI S DT ue onde ve eeee eee eeok Aces 2 Tools Required for InstallatioN i 2 CHAPTER2 HARDWARE INSTALLATION 3 scele eani m niet 4 Attach PCI Expansion and Power Cable eeeeeessssss 5 Install Gard Bus PC CAd TH 6 Recheckithe lnsiala lionel ile 6 Applying Power Correctly nnn 7 cucine Md EE 7 SPUN DOWD gi ctetu t UEM DIM EE MI RE 9 Install Software Drivers iaia 10 CHAPTER3 WINDOWS DRIVER INSTALLATION 11 Install the MAGMA CardBus Expansion Driver 12 Uninstall the MAGMA Driver iesea i piae ea 14 CHAPTER 4 VERIFY INSTALLATION e 15 Windows 2000 and XP i 15 MACOS Cm P 16 CHAPTER 5 INSTALL 3 PARTY PCI CARDS 19 Remove PCI Expansion Chassis Cover 19 Install PCI Cards in PCI Expansion Chassis n 20 Install lard Drive TT ME 21 System Should Be Up and RuNNINQ i 23 FASTING Keil RIPE EE T 23 CHAPTER6 TROUBLESHOOTING eeeeeeeeee eene 25 L oGate the Problem scda ia 25 Support for 3 Party PCI Cards nen 26 The PCI to PCI Bridge is Not Found 26 WINdows 2000 XPisLrhi ii i 5 li ei 27 MAGGIO T P M Pc ER 27 My Computer Hangs During Power Up
8. Resistor is and must NOT BE TOUCHED unless the system has been shut off for a long period of time Use caution when touching the Load Resistor Chapter 5 Install 3rd Party PCI Cards 21 MAGMA NOTE After you remove the 5V Load Resistor it is a good idea to place it in an ESD envelope and save it If you ever decide to remove the hard drive you will need to reinstall the 5V Load Resistor to ensure your Expansion chassis continues to work properly After you have removed the 5V Load Resistor you need to remove the hard drive bay brackets to allow for an easy hard drive installation Simply turn the chassis over and remove the four screws on the bottom of the enclosure that retain the drive brackets Once the hard drive brackets have been removed mount your hard drive s as specified by the manufacturer Next thread the hard drive ribbon cable under the metal bracket that the backplane is mounted to as shown below oun T lj if 1 sr mmt i L E77 DUI 4 amp DIM Finally reattach the hard drive brackets to the chassis by replacing the screws Hard drives require power Make sure to connect one of the white power supply tabs to the hard drive 22 Chapter 5 Install 3rd Party PCI Cards MAGMA O System Should Be Up and Running Apply power to the MAGMA expansion chassis first then power up the computer Use the procedures detailed in Chapter 4 to confirm the card installation s in the Windows Device Mana
9. This file should have a log file extension To create the log file follow these instructions 1 Locate a file called dbgview exe on the MAGMA CDROM 2 Double click on the file dbgview exe 3 While the dbgview screen is open locate and double click on a file called dump exe on the MAGMA CDROM 4 Switch back to the dbgview screen which is now filled with data 5 Save this file and email to support magma com upon request Pi History Desktop ME magma log NAME 22905 LG My Computer gr im 5 Mu M etwork P File name NAMEDATE Save as o DebugView Data LOG ls Cancel i v Use the Save As Type drop down arrow to select a file type of LOG 34 Chapter 7 How to Get More Help MAGMA PClScope Software Utility PClScope is a powerful tool for Windows users It was designed by a Germany company called APSoft This software utility is a valuable resource to explore examine and debug the PCI subsystem of your computer It was made to fit the requirements of the most demanding users especially engineers programmers and system administrators and to integrate all advanced functions and tools into one product Please visit www tssc de for more information about the capabilities of PCIScope and other utilities offered by APSoft An evaluation version of PClScope is available for download at www tssc de You can purchase an inexpensive license from APSoft for use beyond the evaluation perio
10. standard desktop computer chassis Always follow the manufacturers instructions for installing their card on a desktop computer IMPORTANT We will provide reasonable technical support with 3 Party PCI cards However if you have verified a successful installation of the MAGMA expansion system as defined in Chapter 4 but Y experience difficulty installing your 3 Party PCI cards the PCI card manufacturer should be able to provide the best support Important Be aware that all PCI drivers MUST BE Windows Driver Model WDM compatible to work properly in a laptop expansion system environment If you have a problem with the PCI card driver contact the card s manufacturer for a WDM compatible driver 2 Remove PCI Expansion Chassis Cover Two screws retain the cover on the expansion chassis They are located on the rear of the unit on the top left and top right of the cover s back edge Remove these screws to open the enclosure e AE E mn aay STU HATIA e List bi MIA Chapter 5 Install 3rd Party PCI Cards 19 MAGMA Slide the enclosure cover backwards disengaging it from the guides at the front of the enclosure by firmly grasping the rear cover lip over the card IO area and pulling the cover backward about 4 and then lifting the cover off f CAUTION When replacing the enclosure cover be sure that the front edge ae guides on the cover engage the inner lip of the enclosure 2 Install PCI Car
11. that you have a current system backup of all of your important data o Failure to follow these instructions exactly could result in a system lock up and potential loss of data e Be alert Be careful e Be protected You must also disable your anti virus software before continuing For best success when installing the MAGMA driver Have a current system backup or System Restore Point Ensure all PCI slots are empty Reboot and Shut down each time you are prompted Be logged in as System Administrator Disable any anti virus software Follow the installation instructions provided in this manual During the driver installation you will be prompted to Shut Down and Reboot your system several times Please be patient each Shut Down and Reboot serves a specific purpose and is required for correct installation If you Shut Down and Reboot when requested it will help ensure that everything is installed properly This will help you get started correctly and may save you from having to make a call to Mobility Technical Support Chapter 3 Windows Driver Installation 11 MAGMA WARNING AN Prior to installing the MAGMA CardBus Driver you should ensure that all PCI slots in the chassis are empty The MAGMA CardBus Wirrine Expansion Driver must be installed and the MAGMA expansion chassis installation verified BEFORE you attempt to install any 3 Party PCI cards You must be logged in as System Admin
12. to PCI bridge Device type System devices Manufacturer DEC Location PCI bus 4 device 0 function Device status This device is not working properly because Windows cannot load the drivers required for this device Code 31 Click Troubleshoot to start the troubleshooter for this device Troubleshoot Device usage Use this device enable NOTE Do NOT click on the Driver tab and attempt to reinstall the driver This will not help resolve the issue and may even complicate the l problem MAC If you have already reinstalled and reseated everything according to instructions in Chapter 2 and the PCI to PCI Bridge is still not visible in the Apple System Profiler call Mobility Technical Support Chapter 6 Troubleshooting 27 MAGMA My Computer Hangs During Power Up 28 1 Shut off the laptop first and then the MAGMA expansion system and verify that all cards and cables are installed correctly If it still hangs remove all 3 Party PCI cards and try booting up without any cards installed a If it still hangs remove the MAGMA CardBus card from the laptop and try booting up without the MAGMA expansion system attached If it boots up OK without the MAGMA expansion system attached call Mobility Technical Support If it still hangs the problem is in the laptop and not with the MAGMA expansion system or the 3 Party PCI cards Fix the laptop b If it boots up OK without any 3 Part
13. 11 display SCSI USB FireWire AirPort Card PCMCIA CardBus Card Y Software Applications Extensions Bus PCI Slot PCI Card Vendor ID 0x104c Device ID Oxac56 Revision ID 0x0000 pci bridge Type pci bridge Bus Network Slot Vendor ID 0x3388 Device ID 0x0022 Revision ID 0x0004 Logs Type pci Bus PCI Slot 1x0 Vendor ID 0x3388 Device ID Ox0022 Revision ID 0x0004 Expansion Chassis pci bridge Type pci Bus PCI Slot 2x4 Vendor ID 0x12d8 Device ID 0x8150 Revision ID 0x0002 Mac OS 10 3 x amp 10 4 x If any of these devices are not displayed as shown above you should shut down your system laptop first then the expansion chassis and reconnect the cables and the CardBus card to ensure that you have a solid connection Then restart the MAGMA expansion chassis followed by the laptop Next try to verify the installation again as shown above If you are still having problems contact Mobility Technical Support at 858 530 2511 Chapter 4 Verify Installation 17 MAGMA 18 Chapter 4 Verify Installation This chapter provides information on how to install 9 Party PCI cards into your MAGMA expansion chassis More details on the installation of individual cards are provided by the card s manufacturer This chapter is provided as a simple guide to help you install your PCI cards in the chassis For the purpose of installation the MAGMA expansion chassis functions exactly as a
14. 2771AB EB PCI to USB Universal Host Controller fI Intel 874438X Pentium r II Processor to AGP Controller I Intel 724438X Pentium r II Processor to PCI Bridge H 6 Intel 82371AB EB PCI Bus Master IDE Controller Texfs Instruments PCI 1450 CardBus Controller I 450 CardBus Controller naa at T4291 ej IP DEC 21150 PCI to PCI bridge A Ee Proceed to Chapter 6 for Trouble shooting Windows Installation problems Mac OSX When using Mac OS X no additional software or drivers are needed As long as you are using Mac OS X Version 10 2 2 or newer the operating system should automatically recognize the MAGMA expansion chassis Select About This Mac under the Apple Icon P a Help Viewer File Edit Vit Go Library Window Help About This Mac Software Update DS X Software System Preferences Dock Location 16 Chapter 4 Verify Installation MAGMA Then click the More Info button gt click on the Devices tab you should see a pci bridge device listed under PCI as shown below Any PCI Cards you install in the expansion chassis will appear behind the pci bridge device Framew Extensic AR plicat Logs SLOT 1 AGP SLOT C m perde Mac OS 10 2 x System Profile CardBus Controller TXN PCIXXX 00 Name cardbus Type cardbus Magma Magma s Computer Contents Card Type Hardware TXN PCIXXXX 00 cardbus Memory pci bridge pci PCI AGP Cards pci bridge pci ATA P ATY RV360M
15. 5 3 22 9 30 6 38 2 55 0 50 0 45 8 8 733 667 611 Typical Battery Output Voltage 1 Calculations assume continuous operation at maximum designed load 2 Margin of safety used is 1096 3 Determine the number of Desired Continuous Operating Hours you would like to operate before recharging Column 1 4 Determine the Battery Output Voltage of the battery you would like to use Column 2 4 5 Read the cell value in the table for the Amp Hours required Use this number when choosing a battery or set of batteries 6 If you required more than 8 hours use multiples of a lesser number of hours Examples If you want 5 hours of continuous operation with a 14 4 VDC battery set Locate row 5 in Column 1 of the table above read across the row to the 14 4VDC Column you will find that you will need a battery or set of batteries with a total power rating of about 38 Amp Hours If you want 10 hours of continuous operation with this same battery set at 14 4VDC would need a total power rating of about 72 Amp Hours 2 x 38 from the above example 42 Appendix B DC Power Information MAGMA For Batteries Rated in Watt Hours If the batteries are rated by the vendor in Watt Hours then simply multiply the number of desired hours of use by 100 Watts to get total Watt Hours rating requirement If you want to run a DC powered 2 slot chassis for up to 4 hours 4 hours x 100 Watts 400 Watt Hours is required fo
16. 8 Chapter 7 How to Get More Help Bus Hierarchy The following figure is representative of the PCI Bus hierarchies for the 2 Slot CardBus to PCI Expansion System This figure pictorially conveys the overall PCI bus topology of the system 2 Slot Topology Third PCI Bus First PCI Bus PCI slots will be 32 bit or 64 bit depending on Model number ordered CARDBUS HOST UJ I ON xn um I gt m Bottom 3rd PCI slot is a non standard PCI slot Off the shelf PCI cards will not physically fit into this space Contact Mobility for more information Second PCI Bus In general we do not know what the actual Bus numbers are We only know how they increment starting from the CardBus card The key point in the figure of the 2 slot topology is that the connecting cable between the CardBus card and the 2 slot backplane is actually a PCI bus itself This is represented in the Windows Device Manager as shown below E Texas Instruments PCI 1450 CardBus Controller ed DEC 21150 PCI to PCI bridge 4 Pericom PCI to PCI bridge E8 Realtek RTLS029A5 based Ethernet Adapter Generic 3 NOTE All PCI cards installed in the PCI Expansion chassis will appear on the Third PCI Bus behind the PCI Bus that the CardBus card is installed on f you need to know the actual Bus number right click on the Bus and select Properties Appendix A Bus Hierarchy 39 MAGMA 40
17. A MAGMA MOBILITY ELECTRONICS INC PCI Expansion System User s Manual 2 Slot CardBus to PCI Expansion Copyright O 2005 Mobility Electronics Inc This publication is protected by Federal Copyright Law with all rights reserved No part of this publication may be copied photocopied reproduced stored in a retrieval system translated transmitted or transcribed in any form or by any means manual electric electronic electro magnetic mechanical optical or otherwise in whole or in part without prior written consent from Mobility Electronics Inc Limitation of Liability Information presented by Mobility in this manual is believed to be accurate and reliable However Mobility assumes no responsibility for its use No license is granted by implication or otherwise to any rights of Mobility Product specifications and prices are subject to change without notice Trademark References Trademarks and registered trademarks are proprietary to their respective manufacturers MAGMA Table of Contents PREP AGE nte tied m M D E EU I AGOVISOLIOS trilli SAlely INSUUCHONS em mc e m i When Working Inside a Computer i Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge ssueessssse iii CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION ceeeeeeeee eene nnn nnne nnn nnn 1 General pecifiGallOl Siue rame qaiutissoe olii 1 Pre Installation Information 1
18. AGMA expansion system is installed properly n WARNING After installation of a new Microsoft Service Pak you should always ds reinstall the MAGMA CardBus Expansion Driver 30 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting MAGMA Uninstall the MAGMA Driver For Windows Users Only If you need to uninstall the MAGMA CardBus Expansion Driver Go to the Windows Control Panel gt Add Remove Programs gt Choose either the MAGMA CardBus Expansion Driver or it may appear as the Mobility CardBus Expansion Driver gt then choose Change Remove P Add Remove Programs E 15 x Ta l ume Dl as Currently installed programs Sort by Name Change or ES IRPTrace Sie 3 50MB f mI Ri a Remove E z Programs fig Magma CardBus Expansion Driver To change this program or remove it From your computer click Change Remove Change Remove js Matrox Imaging Products Microsoft Visual Studio 6 0 Enterprise Edition Programs 3 Microsoft web Publishing Wizard 1 53 Size 152KB Add Remove Microsoft Windows 2000 DDK Build 2195 Size 107MB Windows a NuMega SoftICE Driver Suite 2 01 Size 62 6MB Components Es PCIScope Size 4 62MB xj If you are still having problems contact Mobility Technical Support for more help Chapter 6 Troubleshooting 31 MAGMA 32 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting Frequently Asked Questions FAQ You can visit the MAGMA Technical Support FAQ pages on the Internet at www magma com support
19. CET B9 0E 01 Compaq Trifle Base class code 06h Bridge Device Sub class code 07h CardBus Bridge A 9 0E 02 Compaq USB Programming interface 00h CardBus Bridge E Bus Dh B3 00 00 53 Inc SEC250 Vi Header Type 62h CardBus bridge Multiple functioi ae Fa Bus D4h Built In Self Test No E93 00 00 Digital Equipment C Bridging Information DFB Bus 05h PCI bus number ae r 00h E93 04 00 Digital Equipment C f cardbus bus number o PCI Bus Numbering land a Bus 06h Subordinate bus number 06h Dil Multifunctional device Br 89 04 00 Brooktree Corp i 59 04 01 Brooktree Corp Bus 03h Tilter Settings No window D0000000h DOLFFFFFh 0o200000h 2 MB Prefetchable No window open ue PM seen Resource Allocation CardBus socket Registers ExCA Base address Register FFFE000h Locate anywhere in 22 bit Interrupt Line IRQ 11 OBh Interrupt Pin z Dewice Configuration I 0 space access Enabled It s a good sign if any of Memory space access Enabled these read Enabled Bus master Special cycles operations Disabled Memory write and Invalidate Disabled You should save this data as a file on your computer Please include your name and date as part of the file name with an extension of bpd Then email this file to support magma com if you are experiencing configuration problems 36 Chapter 7 How to Get More Help MAGMA Retuming Merchandise to MAGMA If factory service is requ
20. Industry Canada This Class A digital apparatus complies with Canadian ICES 003 Cet appareil num riqu de la classe A est conform la norme NMB 003 du Canada ce CE The product s described in this manual complies with all applicable European Union CE directives Mobility will not retest or recertify systems or components that have been reconfigured by customers Appendix C Compliance 45 MAGMA 46 Appendix C Compliance MOBILITY ELECTRONICS INC Mobility California Inc PCI Expansion Products 9918 Via Pasar San Diego CA 92126 USA Phone 858 530 2511 Fax 858 530 2733 Email support magma com www magmd com Manual P N 09 09940 03 B
21. WN YOUR LAPTOP COMPLETELY It can cause a system lockup and loss of any unsaved data Gh Install Software Drivers Driver Required Instructions Yes No Operating Systems l Proceed to Chapter 3 for Windows Driver Windows XP 2000 m The Mac OS operating system should recognize the MAGMA expansion chassis on first boot with the expansion chassis powered up and connected to the Apple laptop See Appendix A to Verify Installation Linux does not actually use drivers but does require some intervention to ensure the installed 3 Party PCI cards RedHat Linux 9 work correctly See the README TXT included in the LINUX folder on the MAGMA CDROM for detailed information 10 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation MAGMA CardBus Expansion Drivers are required for Windows 2000 XP However before attempting to install anything on a Windows XP system you should ensure that you have set a new Restore Point Then you will need to disable the Windows XP restore utility before continuing See your Windows XP manual to learn how to do this You should ensure that all data files are closed and that you have a current backup Follow the Step by Step Instructions included in Chapter 2 prior to installing the MAGMA CardBus Expansion Driver It is important to apply power to the expansion chassis first and then apply power to your computer STOP Before attempting to install the new MAGMA CardBus Expansion Driver you must ensure
22. any questions please contact Mobility Technical Support WARNING High voltages are present inside the expansion chassis when the Warning unit s power cord is plugged into an electrical outlet Disconnect the power cord from its source before removing the system cover Never modify or remove the radio frequency interference shielding from your workstation or expansion unit To do so may cause your installation to produce emissions that could interfere with other electronic equipment in the area of your system When Working Inside a Computer Before taking covers off a computer perform the following steps 1 Turn off the computer and any peripherals 2 Disconnect the computer and peripherals from their power sources to prevent electric shock or system board damage 3 Disconnect any telephone or telecommunications lines from the computer li Preface MAGMA In addition take note of these safety guidelines when appropriate A Caution To help avoid possible damage to systems boards wait five seconds after turning off the computer before removing a component removing a system board or disconnecting a peripheral device from the computer When you disconnect a cable pull on its connector or on its strain relief loop not on the cable itself Some cables have a connector with locking tabs If you are disconnecting this type of cable press in on the locking tabs before disconnecting the cable As you pull connectors
23. apart keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any connector pins Also before connecting a cable make sure both connectors are correctly oriented and aligned CAUTION Do not attempt to service the system yourself except as explained in this manual Follow installation instructions closely Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge amp Warning Electrostatic Discharge ESD Warning Electrostatic Discharge ESD is the enemy of semiconductor devices You should always take precautions to eliminate any electrostatic charge from your body and clothing before touching any semiconductor device or card by using an electrostatic wrist strap and or rubber mat Static electricity can harm system boards Perform service at an ESD workstation and follow proper ESD procedure to reduce the risk of damage to components Mobility strongly encourages you to follow proper ESD procedure which can include wrist straps and smocks when servicing equipment You can also take the following steps to prevent damage from electrostatic discharge ESD When unpacking a static sensitive component from its shipping carton do not remove the components anti static packaging material until you are ready to install the component in a computer Just before unwrapping the anti static packaging be sure you are at an ESD workstation or grounded Preface lii MAGMA When transporting a sensitive component first place it in an an
24. cable with the captive thumbscrews It is important that the cable be attached securely to the connectors at both ends Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 5 MAGMA Before connecting the power cord check that the expansion chassis On Off switch is set to the OFF position This switch is located on the right side of the front of the chassis NOTE If at all possible plug all power cords from the MAGMA expansion chassis and your host computer into a shared power strip preferably one that has surge and noise suppression circuitry built into it 2 Install CardBus PC Card NOTE CardBus PC Cards can only be used in systems that support CardBus A special keying mechanism prevents insertion in systems that do not support 32 bit CardBus PC cards Begin installation of your CardBus card by first powering down your laptop computer Use the procedures for shutting down your operating system and shutting off power to your system provided in your owner s manual or system documentation Insert the CardBus card with the MAGMA logo side up gold strip up into the PC Card slot Gently push the card until it is seated firmly If it doesn t seem to fit correctly try turning the card over or try the other PC Card slot if your laptop has another slot For more information on using CardBus PC Cards please refer to your computer s user manual or system documentation Recheck the Installation Check your installation before p
25. cards for use in the MAGMA expansion chassis Our best advice to you in this regard is to insist on full PCI Specification compliance from your card and system vendors Cards and LN systems should be at least PCI Specification Revision 2 0 compliant or better Compliance in your system motherboard PCI cards and console firmware or BIOS is your best assurance that everything will install and operate smoothly Important Not all PCI cards are as well behaved as they should be Sometimes simply moving a PCI card that is having a problem to a different slot or reordering your cards in their slots will alleviate behavior problems e Install Hard Drive s Your MAGMA 2 slot expansion chassis provides drive brackets for one or two hard drives If you want to install a hard drive to your system a PCI hard drive controller card can be installed into one of the available PCI slots or you may connect directly to your host computer s hard drive controller ports To install a hard drive you must remove the 5V Load Resistor that has been mounted in the hard drive bay The Load Resistor is installed to allow you to use of 3 3V PCI cards without causing power problems If you place a hard drive in your MAGMA expansion chassis the hard drive will automatically provide the 5V resistance required and the Load Resistor is not required It can be removed by removing the screw and disconnecting the power cable DANGER HOT The Load
26. cation Advanced Click Nest to continue p Back ie Cancel cR 8 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation MAGMA NOTE It is not relevant which type of PCI to PCI Bridge is detected Previous MAGMA expansion systems utilized DEC bridges so you may see references to other PCI Bridges not shown in this manual After Windows completes installing the software click the Finish E button to continue Found New Hardware Wizard Completing the Found New Hardware Wizard The wizard has finished installing the software for 4B PCI standard PCl to PCI bridge 3 The hardware you installed will not work until you restart your computer Click Finish to close the wizard Cancel The laptop must be restarted for these changes to take effect Click on the Yes __ _ button to reboot your laptop System Settings Change x Windows has finished installing new devices The software that supports your device requires that you restart your nt computer You must restart your computer before the new settings will take effect Do you want to restart your comp Shutting Down When shutting your system down it is recommended that you first shut down the computer correctly and then power down the MAGMA expansion chassis to avoid computer lock up and potential data loss Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 9 MAGMA STOP DO NOT TURN ON THE MAGMA EXPANSION CHASSIS UNTIL YOU HAVE SHUT DO
27. d PClScope has proven to be extremely useful when verifying and debugging configurations involving the MAGMA PCI Expansion Systems under any Windows platform PClScope can provide information to you and our Technical Support Group such as PCI Bus Numbering Resource Allocation and other information that may prove useful when debugging expansion chassis or PCI card problems If you are experiencing problems setting up your system you should run PClScope before contacting the Mobility Technical Support Group With the MAGMA expansion chassis powered up and connected to your computer load and launch the PClScope application The PClScope Program will be installed on your computer and a window similar to the one shown below will appear The example was taken from a Compaq Armada 7400 Chapter 7 How to Get More Help 35 MAGMA P PCIScope C WINDOWS DESKTOP SAMPLE BPD Ld File Edit View Descriptions Tools Window Help A Bus 00h l Information PCI Registers PCI Registers form E dal Multifunctional device Cc PCIl250 PC card Cardbus Controller 53 00 00 Compaq DRA CardBus Bridge B 00 01 Compaq DRA Bus 00h Device OCh Function 00h Ft Cardbus bridge Texas In vendor rp 104Ch Texas Instruments TI 59 UN IET 91 Device ID ACl5h PCIl250 PC card Cardbus Contro E39 0C 01 Socket 1 SubUendor OEllh Compaq SubDevice B048h Unknown i i Multifunctional device Cc Revision ID fa B9 DE 00 Compaq
28. ds in PCI Expansion Chassis f CAUTION When installing PCI cards or hard drives please ensure that the input sasa current rating specified on the AC input label is not exceeded Slot ordering in the 2 Slot CardBus PCI Expansion chassis should begin with Audi Standard PCI Slot Primary Standard PCI Slot Secondary Non Standard PCI Slot the top slot labeled SLOT 4 y 32 bit or 64 bit 32 bit PCI slots are shown Generally when install ing 3 Party PCI cards in Expansion Chassis the MAGMA expansion chassis it should make no direrenco which PCI slot you place your cards in unless specified by the card manufacturer Install PCI cards following PCI card manufacturers recommendations Some PCI card manufacturers recommend that you install their software driver s prior to installing the hardware If this is the case you should install their driver before you connect and power up the expansion chassis Make sure that all PCI cards are fully seated in their connectors When correctly seated in its connector you will notice a firm resistance when you pull up gently on the card To keep the cards in place secure them in the enclosure with their retaining screws supplied with the MAGMA expansion chassis 20 Chapter5 Install 3rd Party PCI Cards MAGMA IMPORTANT The sheer number of PCI cards and device drivers available makes it impossible for Mobility to fully test and certify all available PCI
29. er Converter or Power Cable Adapter to allow your expansion chassis to operate safely Remember when traveling to flip the red Voltage Selector switch if necessary 4 Chapter 2 Hardware Installation MAGMA FEATURE To allow them to be as portable as your laptop the 2 slot expansion chassis is available with a DC power supply option Part Number SUB100WDC This version ships with an internal DC DC power supply and an AC power brick The DC DC power supply includes Feature a male 4 pin XLR connector to provide easy connection to user supplied DC power source The AC power brick is provided for times when AC power is available In addition the DC version is auto switching Refer to Appendix B for more information e Attach PCI Expansion and Power Cable Carefully position the MAGMA expansion chassis so that the supplied PCI expansion cable will conveniently reach from the connector of the CardBus card to the connector on the back of the Attach one end of the PCI expansion cable to the CardBus card and secure it using the captive chassis thumbscrews on the cable A Carefully route the cable to the rear side of the expansion chassis and attach it to the 68 pin connector as shown below I mem INPUT RATING m usv Wiis 10A 4 4 a WA TM Za jJ may d 4 LN 68 pin connector power cord receptacle Attach PCI expansion cable Secure the
30. er status Verify that the green power indicator is ON STOP DO NOT TURN ON THE MAGMA EXPANSION CHASSIS UNTIL YOU HAVE SHUT DOWN YOUR LAPTOP COMPLETELY It can cause a system lockup and loss of any unsaved data Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 7 MAGMA Windows XP and Windows 2000 Start Up When your Windows operating system first starts up the following Wizard appears select No not this time and click the Next l e J button Found New Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New Hardware Wizard Windows will search for current and updated software by looking on your computer on the hardware installation CD or on the Windows Update Web site with your permission Read our privacy policy Can Windows connect to Windows Update to search for software Yes this time only O Yes now and every time connect a device eesecastesconseasesenoseesesMoncoses Windows will then identify the PCI Bridge on the CardBus card and again ask you for guidance Select the Install the software automatically Recommended option and the click the Next l e J button Click Next to continue Found Sew Hardware Wizard Welcome to the Found New D Hardware Wizard This wizard helps you install software for FCI standard PCl to PCI bridge If your hardware came with an installation CD 22 or floppy disk insert it now What do vou want the wizard to do Install from a list or specific lo
31. ger or Apple System Profiler E Texas Instruments PCI 1450 CardBus Controller Bim TREE d Pericom PCI to PCI bridge ES Realtek RTL8a29 A5 based Ethernet Adapter Generic 3 C Finishing Touches After your system is working properly replace any empty slots with slot covers and replace the host computer cover and the expansion chassis cover Chapter 5 Install 3rd Party PCI Cards 23 MAGMA 24 Chapter 5 Install 3rd Party PCI Cards Locate the Problem If you are having trouble with the MAGMA expansion system verify that all PCI cards are seated properly and all cables are connected properly Remember to power On and Off correctly Recheck the Windows Device Manager or the Apple System Profiler NOTE Review Chapters 4 and 5 as necessary to verify that you have a valid installation of the MAGMA expansion system and drivers if required and that you have correctly installed your 3 Party PCI card s and their associated drivers as required If you continue to have problems there is a quick check you can perform to determine if the problem is actually with the 3 Party PCI Card or a defect with the expansion chassis hardware 1 Shut down the laptop followed by the MAGMA expansion chassis 2 Remove the PCI card displaying a problem 3 Replace the problem card with a simple PCI card such as an Ethernet card that has drivers built into the operating system Using this type of card wil
32. he problem Chapter 6 Troubleshooting 29 MAGMA Error Code 10 PCI Card 28 PCI Card Other Codes Description Action This code indicates that there is a problem with the PCI Card driver Verify if the PCI card driver is in a Windows Driver Model WDM format The Magma expansion chassis requires WDM Windows Driver Model PNP Plug and Play drivers for Windows XP and 2000 If necessary contact the PCI Card s manufacturer for updated WDM PNP compatible drivers If all else fails contact Mobility Technical Support for further assistance On the Bridge If you receive error code 12 on the first PCI to PCI Bridge this usually means the MAGMA driver is not installed Reinstall the driver If that fails to fix the problem call Mobility Technical Support On the PCI Card This usually means the memory I O or prefetch is more than what we have allocated in the Magma CardBus Expansion Driver Call Mobility Technical Support The driver for the PCI Card is not installed on your system Reinstall the PCI Card driver following the manufacturer s instructions If that fails to fix the problem call the card manufacturer for new drivers Try using the other CardBus socket If you don t have another socket call Mobility Technical Support For all other error codes call On the PCI to PCI Bridge Mobility Technical Support On the PCI Card Card Manufacturer s Technical Support after first verifying that the M
33. ion using instructions provided by your dealer If no separate instructions are available remove the cover by using instructions in Step 6 Then remove the card as normal If no PCI card is visible then continue with the cable installation Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 3 MAGMA Before you Begin The 90 Watt AC power supply is NOT auto switching These means that you MUST be sure the red Voltage Selector Switch on the back of the chassis shows the correct voltage for your location Before you connect any cables to the expansion chassis you need to know the voltage of your power source and slide the Voltage Selector Switch from 115V to 220V if required The factory default setting is for the North American 115V standard However most non US locations use a 220V standard Remove the orange warning label that is covering the plug receptacle STOP Using an incorrect power source wrong voltage for your system can result in serious damage to your system Electronics components damaged by incorrect power may prevent your system from working properly and can be expensive to replace CAUTION Remember if you are using a 220V power source you will need a power converter leave your Voltage Selector Switch at 115V or a 250V power cord adapter change your Voltage Selector Switch to 230V to connect to the power source Double check that you have the correct combination of Voltage Selector Switch setting and Pow
34. ired a Service Representative will give you a Return Merchandise Authorization RMA number Put this number and your return address on the shipping label when you return the item s for service MAGMA will return any product that is not accompanied by an RMA number Please note that MAGMA WILL NOT accept COD packages so be sure to return the product freight and duties paid Ship the well packaged product to the address below MAGMA RETURNS DEPT RMA 9918 Via Pasar San Diego CA 92126 USA It is not required though highly recommended that you keep the packaging from the original shipment of your MAGMA product However if you return a product to MAGMA for warranty repair replacement or take advantage of the 30 day money back guarantee you will need to package the product in a manner similar to the manner in which it was received from our plant MAGMA cannot be responsible for any physical damage to the product or component pieces of the product such as the host or expansion interfaces for PCI expansion chassis that are damaged due to inadequate packing Physical damage sustained in such a situation will be repaired at the owner s expense in accordance with Out of Warranty Procedures Please protect your investment a bit more padding in a good box will go a long way to insuring the device is returned to use in the same condition you shipped it in Please call for an RMA number first Chapter 7 How to Get More Help 37 MAGMA 3
35. istrator while installing the MAGMA expansion chassis You must remain logged in as System Administrator until installation is complete The first time your system boots up with the expansion chassis connected the following System Settings Change Window will appear System Settings Change Windows has Finished installing new devices The software that supports your device requires that you restart your computer You must restart your computer before the new settings will take effect Do you want to restart your computer ma Click J Your computer will restart Continue to the next step Install the MAGMA CardBus Expansion Driver After your system comes up install the MAGMA CardBus Expansion Driver included on the CDROM Double click the file called E setup exe or E setup located on the CDROM included with your MAGMA expansion systems Gy Pc amp D Windows Cardbus Drivers jSlsetup exe OF jSlsetup You can also download the latest MAGMA CardBus Expansion Driver from our web site at www magma com support 12 Chapter 3 Windows Driver Installation MAGMA The following Question Window will appear Question C WARNING Y ou should have a current Emergency Repair Disk Would you like to continue the installation If your operating system uses Emergency Repair Disks such as Windows 98 ME NT4 0 make sure that you have a current Emergency Repair Disk prepared Windows XP users should set a new System Rest
36. l avoid any future questions about drivers possibly being installed incorrectly 4 Turn on the MAGMA expansion chassis and then turn on the laptop Windows 2000 XP 5 Next open the Device Manager View by Connection selection Ifthe is gone the problem is with the 3 Party PCI card or the card drivers You should go to the Windows Error Codes section of this chapter to learn how to troubleshoot using error codes Chapter6 Troubleshooting 25 MAGMA Ifthe is stil visible the problem may be with the MAGMA expansion system Please contact Mobility Technical Support for further guidance and or a replacement product If an error shows on any of the PCI to PCI Bridge Connections call Mobility Technical Support immediately MAC 5 Next open the Apple System Profiler and if the PCI to PCI Bridge Connections and the 3 Party PCI card s are now correctly visible Support for 3 Party PCI Cards Mobility will provide reasonable technical support to with 3 Party PCI cards However if you have verified a successful installation of the MAGMA PCI Expansion System as defined in Chapter 4 but experience difficulty installing your 3 Party PCI cards the PCI card manufacturer may be able to provide the best support IMPORTANT The MAGMA PCI Expansion System is designed to function exactly like your desktop computer This means that you should follow the PCI card maker s instructions for installation on a Windows o
37. nstructions you see on the screen and install the drivers just as you would on a desktop computer You should refer to the procedures for installing drivers that was included with the third party PCI device s you are installing If prompted to reboot do so Uninstall the MAGMA Driver If you need to uninstall or reinstall the MAGMA Windows drivers go to the Windows Control Panel gt Add Remove Programs gt Choose either the MAGMA CardBus Expansion Driver or it may appear as the Mobility CardBus 15 x Expa n S i O n D r i ve r gt Currently installed programs Sort by Name Change or IRPTrace Size 3 50MB 4 then choose A JEN Programs Change Remove 77 Microsoft Visual Studio 6 0 Enterprise Edition Size 154MB Add New Programs rie Matrox Imaging Products Refer to installation e 39 Microsoft Web Publishing Wizard 1 53 Size 152KB i n st ru ct i ons at t h e sta rt DRE ES Microsoft Windows 2000 DDK Build 2195 Size 107MB Belice A NuMega SoftICE Driver Suite 2 01 size 62 6MB of this chapter for help Wb Pisa x aei reinstalling the Windows driver 14 Chapter 3 Windows Driver Installation Windows 2000 and XP To verify a successful installation on Windows XP or 2000 find the My Computer icon Right click and select Manage gt Highlight Device Manager Click on the View Menu and select View Devices by Connection mm Comput anagement loj xj BEE
38. nt AN WARNING Used to indicate and prevent the following step from causing injury Warnin DANGER or STOP o Used to indicate and prevent the following step from causing serious injury or significant data loss Disclaimer We have tried to identify all situations that may pose a danger warning or caution condition in this manual However Mobility Electronics Inc does not claim to have covered all situations that might require the use of a Caution Warning or Danger indicator Preface i MAGMA Safety Instructions Always use caution when servicing any electrical component Before handling the MAGMA PCI Expansion chassis read the following instructions and safety guidelines to prevent damage to the product and to ensure your own personal safety Refer to the Advisories section for advisory conventions used in this manual including the distinction between Dangers Warnings Cautions and Notes Always use caution when handling operating the computer Only qualified experienced authorized electronics personnel should access the interior of the computer The power supplies produce high voltages and energy hazards which can cause bodily harm Use extreme caution when installing or removing components Refer to the installation instructions in this manual for precautions and procedures If you have
39. ore Point and then disable the Windows System Restore utility before continuing Windows 2000 XP users should also ensure they have current backups of their System Registry and their System Volume Information folder Once you are sure you are safe click _Yes and the following InstallShield Wizard Window will appear InstallShield Wizard InstallShield Wizard Complete kn Setup has finished installing Magma CardBus Expansion Driver on your computer You should now turn off computer This means Shut down your computer completely Chapter 3 Windows Driver Installation 13 MAGMA Shut Down Windows EET xj Ay What do you want the computer to do Turn off computer Shut down Ends your session and shuts down Windows so that you can safely turn off power Cancel Help Windows XP Shut Down Windows 2000 Shut Down After you have turned off your computer completely it s time to power up again in order to complete the MAGMA software installation The following System Settings Change Window will appear System Settings Change Windows has finished installing new devices The software that supports your device requires that you restart your ne computer You must restart your computer before the new settings will take effect Do you want to restart your computer As your system comes up if PCI cards are installed in the expansion chassis you may be prompted to load or locate drivers Follow the i
40. owering up the MAGMA expansion chassis for the first time Although the power supply has an over voltage protection device built into it it may not trip in time to fully protect a device that has been improperly connected or whose power cable has been damaged 6 Chapter2 Hardware Installation MAGMA CAUTION When using your MAGMA expansion chassis outside of the United States make sure that you have correctly identified the voltage of your power source and that you are connected to it correctly Hemember if you are using a 220V power source you will need a power converter leave your Voltage Selector Switch at 115V or a 250V power cord adapter change your Voltage Selector Switch to 230V to connect to the power source Double check that you have the correct combination of Voltage Selector Switch setting and Power Converter or Power Cable Adapter to allow your expansion chassis to operate safely e Applying Power Correctly Starting Up You must apply power to the MAGMA expansion chassis BEFORE you power up your computer This will allow the higher numbered PCI buses in the PCI bus hierarchy to be at a stable state when the host system issues its master power on bus reset In systems that perform automatic PCI bus configuration this will allow the configuration code to recognize the PCI bus hierarchy and any attached devices e There is an On Off switch on the front panel as well as an LED indicator to indicate pow
41. r Mac computer as if the expansion chassis WAS the desktop computer When correctly installed there is no difference Koata to the operating system removable cards or most software Be aware that all PCI drivers MUST BE Windows Driver Model WDM compatible to work properly in a laptop expansion system environment If you have a problem with the PCI card driver contact the card s manufacturer for a WDM compatible driver The PCI to PCI Bridge is Not Found If the first PCI to PCI Bridge is not visible at all you will need to turn off your laptop first and then the MAGMA expansion chassis second and test all cords and cables to ensure you have everything connected correctly Double check the CardBus card to ensure it is inserted correctly If your laptop has two CardBus slots you should also try the other slot 26 Chapter 6 Troubleshooting MAGMA Windows 2000 XP JT 1 Update Driver If the PCI to PCI Bridge is visible but Disable contains a in front of it it has a spas problem that must be fixed To identify Scan for hardware changes this problem right click on the line and C prone select Properties from the pop up menu Look for the Error Code in the box in the center of the Properties Window and then go to the following Windows Error Code section for information on how to resolve this issue DEC PII SAPO to PC bridge Properties ERR p General Driver Details Resources g DEC 21152 PCI
42. r the selected battery set Appendix B DC Power Information 43 MAGMA 44 Appendix B DC Power Information FCC NOTE This equipment has been tested and found to comply with the limits for a Class A digital device pursuant to part 15 of the FCC Rules These limits are designed to provide reasonable protection against harmful interference when the equipment is operated in a commercial environment This equipment generates uses and can radiate radio frequency energy and if not installed and used in accordance with the instruction manual may cause harmful interference to radio communications Operation of this equipment in a residential area is likely to cause harmful interference in which case the user will be required to correct the interference at his own expense This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions 1 this device may not cause harmful interference and 2 this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Changes or modifications not expressly approved by the party responsible for compliance could void the user s authority to operate the equipment NOTE The assembler of a personal computer system may be required to test the system and or make necessary modifications if a system is found to cause harmful interferences or to be noncompliant with the appropriate standards for its intended use
43. teps will guide you in completing the hardware installation of your MAGMA 2 Slot CardBus to PCI Expansion System Electrostatic Discharge ESD Warning All PCI cards are susceptible to electrostatic discharge When moving PCI cards it is best to carry the cards in anti static packaging If you need to set a PCI card down be sure to place it inside or on top of an anti static surface For more information see Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge in the Preface WARNING High voltages are present inside the expansion chassis when the unit s power cord is plugged into an electrical outlet Disconnect the power cord from its source before removing the enclosure cover Turning the system power off at the power on off switch does not remove power to components High voltage is still present Caution CAUTION Before touching anything inside the enclosure move to an ESD station and follow proper ESD procedure Failure to do so may result in electrostatic discharge damaging the computer or its components For more information see Protecting Against Electrostatic Discharge in the Preface STOP If your MAGMA expansion chassis was not purchased directly from Mobility Electronics Inc you must check to ensure that it doesn t contain any pre installed PCI cards Check the rear side of the chassis to see if any PCI cards are visible in the slots If you see a PCI card you should continue installat
44. ti static container or packaging Handle all sensitive components at an ESD workstation If possible use anti static floor pads and workbench pads Handle components and boards with care Don t touch the components or contacts on a board Hold a board by its edges or by its metal mounting bracket iv Preface General Specifications The MAGMA 2 Slot CardBus to PCI Expansion System is a general purpose bus expansion chassis for the Peripheral Component Interconnect PCI local bus The expansion chassis is fully compliant with the PCI Local Bus Specification This MAGMA expansion system consists of a CardBus PC Card a PCI expansion bus cable a shielded high speed cable an expansion chassis containing a 2 slot PCI backplane drive bay brackets a power supply and cooling fans Item Description n Backplane 32 bit or 64 bit 33MHz 2 standard PCI slots 1 non standard PCI slot Portable Aluminum Steel 10 W x 2 570 Hx 15 144 D 5 3lbs or 2 40 kg 1 meter Revision 2 2 Revision 1 1 132 MB sec Theoretical Max of PCI 33 32 2 13 2 CFM fans For 2 1 disk drives or 1 1 6 disk drive 90 Watt AC non auto switching 25 000 hours Operating Environment 0 to 50 C Operating Temperature 20 to 60 C Storage Temperature 5 to 85 Relative Humidity Non condensing Operating Systems Windows XP 2000 Mac OS X version 10 2 2 RedHat Linux 9 1 Year Return to Factory Available Options 1 5 meter cable PN SUBCBL1
45. y PCI cards installed try adding one card and see if it boots up If it boots up OK with one card in it shut it down in the proper order of course and swap cards Repeat this until all cards have been tested If they all test OK then add them back one at a time until you find the combination that doesn t work or you are running fine If you find a bad card call Technical Support If you dont congratulations you fixed it If it still hangs up try a different card this one is probably bad or has driver problems If the second cards works troubleshoot the first card If the second card also fails call Technical Support Chapter 6 Troubleshooting MAGMA Windows Error Codes If you are having a problem with one of your devices and the Device status box shows a Windows Error Code refer to the following list of error codes for guidance DEC 24457 PGI to PCI bridge Properties General Driver Details Resouces 4 8 DEC 21152 PCI to PCI bridge Device type System devices Manufacturer DEC Location PCI bus 4 device 0 function 0 Device status This device is not working properly because Windows cannot load the drivers required for this device Code 31 Click Troubleshoot to start the troubleshooter for this device Device usage Use this device enable NOTE Do NOT click on the Driver tab and attempt to reinstall the driver This will not help resolve the issue and may even complicate t
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