User Manual PCI Express Optical Expansion Link
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1. 19 qa q En Y S A i b HLink Optical gt T HLink Optical ES HLink Optical HLink Optical SBC SLink Optical SLink Optical SLink Optical Fig 5 Inserting and Removing Cables The ExCables Optical should be inserted firmly into the connector on the HLink and SLink Optical cards Fig 6 The correct way to insert the cable is to have the manufacturers label facing the card as shown in Fig 6 Fig 7 The rectangular connector needs to be fully inserted into the card Fig 7 until a definite click can be felt This locks the cable in place Failure to lock the connector in place can result in the ExCable Optical becoming separated from the card and the link between chassis being lost Fig 8 To remove the connector gently pull the ring pull tab to unlock the connector from the card then slide the connector out fully Normal fibre handling precautions should be observed to avoid tight loops or kinks in the ExCable Optical Bend radii below 75mm are not recommended and may result in fibre breakage Creating the Link x8 For maximum bandwidth the HLink SLink Optical cards should be connected using two optical cables to form an eight lane x8 link capable of 64G transfers sec approx 6 4GB s effective data rate in each direction In x8 mode the Jumper Link J7 must be set to position 2 3 as shown in Fig 9 When creating the x8 link the ExCable Optical c2. i e place all HLink Optical cards in the VSN1170 host machine This is because each slot of the VSN1170 is capable of supporting the full x8 Gen3 connection to the HLink Optical card Other host machines that support multiple x8 or greater slots should also be configured this way If the VSN 970 900x chassis are to be used and a full bandwidth connection is required dual optical cables a Daisy Chain configuration is recommended i e place the HLink Optical in the first slot of the VSN970 and each subsequent VSNgoox expansion chassis Only the first slot of the Expressg G3 backplane is able to support the full x8 Gen3 connection Using other slots or adopting a Star configuration still works but at a reduced bandwidth x4 Star Configuration ExCable Optical A AAA E g i CR TE 2 amp chee D 14454 Ae WW Dn 1 e Dr HLink Optical SLink Optica L dr Ai 2 ke e Ma We We We Mn 4 PEA E o a 2 ne Fig 4 erd Daisy Chain Configuration ExCable Optical ExCable Optical ExCable Optical ExCable Optical r mp mm mm mmm mmm mmm wm Main Chassis LE Ry E E a E e a o o do o o E AAVV OO RW oe GA p i aa ANN NNN VINNE O oo d ae s 1780 p C 1780 CR Le oy 8 s EN m S 8 i gt dl SX FR o wa le gt We ga fan o p rr TR EN e ma o ma o hu Ce K sch En el
3. continuara funcionando esto podr a ocasionar lesiones person ales y da os materiales Mantenimiento El mantenimiento solo debe ser ejecutado por t cnicos capacitados Las tarjetas insertables plug in de Datapath que est n f sicamente da adas deben ser devueltas a Datapath para su reparaci n seg n los procedimientos RMA Return Merchandise Agreement de Datapath Eliminaci n Al final de su vida til todos los productos de Datapath deben ser eliminados de acuerdo con las leyes y normativas locales En el Reino Unido contactar a Datapath para organizar la eliminaci n Nuestro n mero de registro WEE Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment es WEEE AAooosZR Sicherheitsanweisungen D Die folgenden Sicherheitsanweisungen denen der Vermeidung von Sch den an Ihrem Datapath Produkt und Verletzungen der Nutzer Bitte lesen Sie sie sorgf ltig durch bevor Sie Ihr Produkt in Betrieb nehmen Diese Anweisungen sollten allen Personen zuganglich gemacht werden die mit der Nutzung und der Bedienung von Datap ath Produkten betraut sind Stromversorgung Alle Datapath Produkte m ssen an die Hauptstromversorgung angeschlossen werden Die Stromversorgung muss unterbrochen werden wenn Gerate ausgetauscht oder an einer anderen Stelle platziert werden sollen Kabel Kabel d rfen nicht mit Fl ssigkeiten in Ber hrung kommen da dadurch ein Kurzschluss und somit ein Schaden an dem Ger t ausgel st werden k nnte Stellen Sie a
4. s leading multi screen graphics accelerators for the most demanding applications As new technology advances so we at Datapath improve the performance and functionality of both our hardware and software to give our customers more Following a continuous development program we pride ourselves on our support and responsive nature towards all our customers and their changing needs As more sophisticated equipment and techniques become readily available so we are there to exploit the power and potential that this technology presents Technical Support Registered Users can access our technical support line using email and the Support page on the Datapath Web Site usually with a response within 24 hours excluding weekends Via Email Send an email to support datapath co uk with as much information about your system as possible To enable a swift response we need to know the following details Specification of the PC including processor speed Operating System Application Software Datapath Hardware Software The exact nature of the problem and please be as specific as possible Please quote version and revision numbers of hardware and software in use wherever possible Copyright Statement Datapath Ltd England 2015 Datapath Limited claims copyright on this documentation No part of this documentation may be reproduced released disclosed stored in any electronic format or used in whole or in part for any purpose othe
5. Esta fuente de alimentaci n el ctrica debe ser desconectada durante las tareas de renovaci n o traslado Cables No exponer los cables a l quidos ya que ello puede causar un cortocircuito y por con siguiente da os en el equipo No colocar objetos pesados sobre los cables ya que esto puede ocasionar da os y poner al descubierto los cables vivos Evitar bucles o dobleces apretados al utilizar cables pticos Ventilaci n Todos los equipos inform ticos deben estar situados en un rea bien ventilada Mantener todos los orificios de ventilaci n de la carcasa del ordenador siempre libres de obstrucciones de cualquier tipo En caso contrario podr a producirse un sobre calentamiento del sistema y da os en el equipo Entorno de trabajo El equipo debe estar emplazado en un ambiente sin polvo humedad ni cambios brus cos de temperatura y debe ser situado sobre una superficie estable y s lida No colocar l quidos bebidas calientes frias etc cerca del equipo ya que un derrame podria causar graves da os Gas liquidos inflamables El equipo electr nico nunca debe ser usado en presencia de gas o l quido inflamable ya que esto podr a causar una explosi n o un incendio grave Humo olores inusuales En caso de percibir humo u olores inusuales provenientes de su ordenador apagar y desenchufar el equipo de la red el ctrica El sistema debe ser confiado entonces a un t cnico cualificado para su inspecci n Si el equipo
6. PCI Express DATAPATI Optical Expansion Link EXCELLENCE BY DESIGN User Manual Version 1 00 Contents Safety InstructiOnS mmmciicinincnnonn tnan ton kennt Aeon AeA Ann Ee nanen enan e nAn n ennnen neonne nnen 3 lelez Eelef Le el a C 4 G 01 10 0 A 4 Getting Started Installing the Core EEN 6 Inserting and REMOVING Lee E 8 Creating the Link Came Coo EE 9 Creating the Link e EE 9 Frame LOCKING K 10 SPOS CI o E 11 Datapath Limited ntc 12 Safety Instructions Safety Instructions UK Ge To prevent damage to your Datapath product or injury to personnel operating the equipment please read the following safety precautions prior to operation These instructions should be made available to all those who will use and operate Datapath products Power Supply All Datapath products require a mains power supply This power supply must be disconnected when equipment is being upgraded or relocated Cables Do not expose cables to any liquids doing so may cause a short circuit which could damage the equipment Do not place heavy objects on top of any cables as this could cause damage and possible lead to exposed live wires Avoid tight loops or kinks when using optical cables Ventilation All computer equipment should be located in a well ventilated area All ventilation holes on the computer casing must be kept clear of any obstruction at all times Fail ure to do so will result in the system over heat
7. able cela pourrait entrainer une explosion ou un grave incendie Fum e odeurs inhabituelles Si vous constatez la pr sence de fum e ou d odeurs inhabituelles manant de votre ordinateur teignez le et d branchez le systeme de l alimentation secteur Dans ce cas le systeme devra tre confi a un technicien qualifi pour inspection Une poursuite de son utilisation risquerait de provoquer des blessures corporelles et des dommages mat riels Entretien L entretien doit imp rativement tre effectu par des techniciens comp tents toute carte enfichable Datapath physiquement endommag e est a retourner a Datapath pour r paration via la proc dure Datapath RMA limination En fin de vie tous les produits Datapath seront limin s conform ment aux l gislations et r glementations locales Au Royaume Uni veuillez contacter Datapath pour organis er l limination Notre num ro d enregistrement de D chets d quipements lectriques et lectroniques WEEE AAooosZR Instrucciones de seguridad Esp _ Rogamos leer las siguientes instrucciones de seguridad antes de poner en funcionami ento el equipo a fin de evitar da os en su producto de Datapath o lesiones al personal encargado de su manejo Poner estas instrucciones a disposici n de todos aquellos que vayan a utilizar y o manejar los productos de Datapath Alimentaci n el ctrica Todos los productos de Datapath requieren una fuente de alimentaci n el ctrica
8. ing and damaging your equipment Working Environment The equipment should be located in an environment free from dust moisture and extreme changes in temperature and should be placed on a stable and solid work sur face Liquids hot cold drinks etc should not be placed near the equipment as spillage could cause serious damage Gas Flammable Liquids Electronic equipment should never be used in the presence of gas or any flammable liquid doing so could result in an explosion or serious fire Smoke Unusual Smells Should you notice smoke or unusual smells being emitted from your computer turn off and unplug the system from the mains supply The system should then be passed to a qualified technician for inspection Continued operation could result in personal injury and damage to property Maintenance Maintenance should only be carried out by competent technicians any Datapath plug in cards that are physically damaged should be returned to Datapath for repair using Datapath RMA procedures Disposal At the end of life all Datapath products should be disposed of as per local laws and regulations dictate In UK contact Datapath to arrange disposal Our WEE registration number is WEEE AAooosZR Consignes de s curit Fr E Afin de ne pas endommager votre produit Datapath et d viter tout risque de blessure du personnel exploitant le mat riel veuillez lire les consignes de s curit suivantes avant toute utilisation Ces i
9. llten zur Reparatur unter Einsatz der RMA Verfahren von Datapath an Datapath Ubergeben werden Entsorgung Am Ende ihrer Nutzungsdauer sollten Datapath Produkte gem den lokalen Gesetzen und Bestimmungen entsorgt werden F r Nutzer in Gro britannien Bitte kontaktieren Sie Datapath um Vorkehrungen zur Entsorgung von Datapath Produkten zu treffen Unsere WEE Registrierungsnummer lautet WEEE AA0005ZR Optical Expansion Link The Datapath PCI Express Optical Expansion Link is a solution that allows system builders and integrators to extend a PCle based PC or motherboard to multiple expansion chassis Enabling greater flexibility and larger distributed system architecture the PCI Express Optical Expansion Link can be used to create systems with distances of up to 100m between the host PC and expansion chassis The Optical Expansion Kit includes a Host Link Optical and Slave Link Optical cards connected together using the ExCable Optical These combined provide a high bandwidth PCI Express link from an upstream host to a distributed expansion unit PCI Express Gen 3 technology supports one directional data transfer speeds of up to 8GB s of raw data 6 4GB s effective data rate ensuring smooth full frame rate video distribution over great distances The Optical Expansion Link also works with Gen 2 PCI Express backplanes which can provide up to 3 2GB s bi directional bandwidth between chassis Packing List Depending on the solution orde
10. nnected using a standard HLink G3 and ExCable G3 will remain frame locked to each other 10 Board format HLink Optical e PCI Express x8 plug in card 150mm x 7omm half height and full height bracket options SLink Optical e Half length PICMG 1 3 168mm x 85mm Connectors HLink Optical e 2x Optical Interface connector up to PCI Express 8 lane each optical connector provides a x4 link SLink Optical e 2x Optical Interface connector up to PCI Express 8 lane ExCable Optical e Optical fibre with two integrated Quad 4 channel Small Form factor Pluggable QSFP connected modules Power Consumption HLink Optical e 10 watts SLink Optical e 5 watts max chassis ON 3 watts max chassis OFF tempe rature tempe rature Relative humidity 5 to 90 non condensing 3 years We are continuously developing the technology used within our product ranges delivering outstanding innovative solutions therefore the specification may change from time to time 11 Datapath Limited Datapath has a long and very successful history in the computer graphics industry Datapath has been designing and supplying high performance high quality graphics display systems to the world s largest and most demanding companies and institutions since 1982 Datapath was one of the founding companies of multi screen Windows acceleration using single and multi board solutions Now using the very latest display technology Datapath offers some of the world
11. nstructions doivent tre mises a disposition de toute per sonne souhaitant utiliser et exploiter les produits Datapath Alimentation lectrique Tous les produits Datapath requi rent une alimentation lectrique principale Cette alimentation lectrique doit tre interrompue en cas de mise a jour ou de relocalisation du mat riel Cables Ne pas exposer les cables a un liquide quelconque car cela pourrait provoquer un court circuit susceptible d endommager le mat riel Ne pas placer d objets lourds sur les cables car cela pourrait causer des dommages et conduire ventuellement a des fils lectriques d nud s Eviter les boucles et les noeuds serr s en utilisant des cables optiques Ventilation Tout mat riel informatique doit tre dispos dans un endroit bien ventil Veiller a ne jamais obstruer les orifices de ventilation du bo tier de l ordinateur sinon il y a risque de surchauffe du syst me et votre mat riel peut tre endommag Environnement de travail Le mat riel doit tre plac sur une surface de travail stable et solide dans un environ nement exempt de poussi re et d humidit et non expos a des variations extr mes de temp ratures Ne pas placer de liquides boissons chaudes froides etc pres du mat riel car un d versement accidentel pourrait causer de graves dommages Gaz Liquides inflammables Le mat riel lectronique ne doit jamais tre utilis en pr sence de gaz ou de liquide inflamm
12. onnected into the top connector on the HLink Optical card must also be connected to the top connector on the SLink Optical card Similarly the second ExCable Optical must connect between the lower card connectors Jumper Link J7 EXPA4193 94V 01438 XPA4192 94V 01438 DE E pi SW Si E Ge KAAL ES 1 A d ra R16 J oe BEM as EI L5 IF pizt en ap L8 Ri7 4 1 U 3 es EE SE NE MG fee SSG Pte Fig 10 x8 Link i t Creating the Link x4 For a reduced bandwidth connection or where a single HLink Optical is used to connect to two separate SLink Optical cards i e Star connection of two expansion chassis In this configuration for a single ExCable Optical link the PCle connection is x4 and the bandwidth is reduced to 3 2GB s In x4 mode the Jumper Link J7 must be set to position 1 2 as shown in Fig 11 Either or both connectors on the HLink Optical card can be used but only the top connector of the SLink Optical card see Fig 12 Jumper Link J7 EXP A4192 Krans gU d wg O Fig 12 x4 Link FrameLocking When using the Datapath Optical Expansion Link it is not possible to maintain display frame locking It is assumed that displays controlled from the expansion chassis would be sufficiently far away from the host machine that this will not be a problem It should be noted that all displays within an expansion chassis or cluster of chassis co
13. r than stated herein without the express permission of Datapath Limited Whilst every effort is made to ensure that the information contained in this on line help is correct Datapath Limited make no representations or warranties with respect to the contents thereof and do not accept liability for any errors or omissions Datapath reserves the right to change specification without prior notice and cannot assume responsibility for the use made of the information supplied Datapath Limited acknowledges all registered trademarks used within this documentation 12 Index B bandwidth x4 6 Bend radii 8 Board format 11 C cable 3 Cables 3 connectors 9 Connectors 11 copyright 12 D Daisy Chain configuration 6 Datapath 12 Datapath Driver Software 6 Disposal 3 E electrostatic handling precautions 4 email 12 ExCable Optical 50 4 ExCable Optical 100 4 E frame locking 10 insert the cable 8 install 6 J Jumper Link J7 9 M Maintenance 3 O Operating temperature 11 Optical Expansion Link 4 P Packing List 4 PCle 6 PCI Express Gen 3 4 Power Consumption 11 power supply 3 R reduced bandwidth connection 9 Relative humidity 11 S serial numbers 6 SLink Optical 4 Star configuration 6 Star connection 9 Storage temperature 11 T Technical Support 6 12 top connector 9 U upstream host 4 W Warranty 11 X x4 mode 9 x8 Gen3 connection 6 x8 link 9
14. red your box should contain a combination of HLink Optical Optical Gen 3 host link card SLink Optical Optical Gen 3 slave link card ExCable Optical 5o 50 metre optical cable ExCable Optical 100 100 metre optical cable UserManal OSO Unpacking Inspect all items for damage Should any items show any signs of damage report it immediately to your vendor Normal electrostatic handling precautions should be observed when installing the ExCable Optical which incorporates sensitive electronic connectors at each end Care should be taken to avoid dust ingress or excessive voltage or current surges Retain packaging materials for future shipping requirements Fig 1 HLink Optical a GH Fig 2 SLink Optical Fig 3 ExCable Optical Getting Started Installing the Cards Note All plug in cards are static sensitive and packed in antistatic materials Please keep the card in its packaging until you are ready to install It is recommended that you do not discard the packing box until you are completely satisfied with the cards and they are fully installed and working correctly We also recommend that you make note of the serial numbers of each card in a prominent place before you plug the card into the computer This should hasten any query should you need to contact our Technical Support Department The serial number is displayed on the card and the box label e Power down the system including peripherals s
15. ufserdem keine schweren Objekte auf die Kabel um Sch den und offen liegende stromf hrende Leitungen zu vermeiden Vermeiden Sie engen Schleifen oder Knicke bei optischen Kabeln Luftung Computerausrustung sollte in einem gut gel fteten Bereich aufgestellt werden Die L ftungsl cher am Computergehause mussen stets freigehalten werden um eine Uberhitzung und somit einen Gerateschaden zu vermeiden Arbeitsumgebung Die Ger te sollten in einer staubfreien und trockenen Umgebung in der keine extremen Temperaturanderungen zu erwarten sind auf einer stabilen Arbeitsflache aufgestellt werden In der Nahe der Ger te sollten keine Fl ssigkeiten heif3e kalte Getr nke etc platziert werden die verschUttet werden und schwerwiegende Schaden anrichten k nnten Gas brennbare Flussigkeiten Elektronische Ger te sind nicht in Umgebungen zu verwenden in denen Gas oder bren nbare Fl ssigkeiten vorhanden ist sind und somit Brand und Explosionsgefahr besteht Rauch ungewohnliche Ger che Schalten Sie das System aus und trennen Sie es von der Hauptversorgung wenn von Ihrem Computer Rauch ausgeht oder dieser ungew hnliche Ger che abgibt Lassen Sie das System anschlie end von einem qualifizierten Techniker pr fen Bei fortgef hrtem Betrieb besteht die Gefahr von Verletzungen und Sachsch den Wartung Wartungsarbeiten sollten nur von qualifizierten Technikern durchgef hrt werden Physisch beschadigte Plug in Karten von Datapath so
16. witch off at the mains and disconnect all the cables connected to the computer noting the positions for accurate reconnection Remove the PC cover e Locate a vacant PCle x4 or above slot for the HLink Optical card in the host machine and a PICMG 1 3 compliant slot in the expansion chassis for the SLink Optical card Remove the backing plates retain all screws If in doubt consult your system documentation to correctly identify a suitable PCle PCl express slot If the card is forced into a 32 or 64 bit PCI or PCI X slot it will be irreparably damaged when the system is powered up and the warranty will be void e Remove the card from its packaging and secure it firmly into the empty PCIe slot Extreme care should be taken when securing the cards into the slots as some motherboards may have components that impede the placement of the card Note If purchased as part of a VSNgooX Optical or VSN1100X Optical the SLink Optical card is pre installed e Screw the card bracket s to the back panel of the PC and replace the cover If the Optical Expansion link is being installed to replace and existing HLink SLink G3 connection the Datapath Driver Software has to be reinstalled The additional PCle switch used on the HLink Optical card will result in changes to the PCI bus numbering and therefore will effect the display order When using the Datapath VSN1170 as a host machine it is recommended to connect multiple chassis in a Star configuration
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