Magma EBU, EB7R-x8, EB7-x8 user manual Chassis Maintenance, General Chassis Cleaning, Cover Screws

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Chapter 6 Chassis Maintenance

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Chapter 6 Chassis Maintenance

Like all computer systems, you will need to perform some routine maintenance tasks. Some of these include making sure that the air vents in the chassis are clear of obstructions and that the cooling air from the fans flows freely. You will also need to check the foam filter behind the front panel to ensure it is clean, thus allowing for unrestricted air flow to the fans. You should always keep an eye on all cables to make sure they are not damaged and are securely connected. Occasionally, you should remove the chassis cover and check for loose cards, and remove any dust build-up.

Always remember to power down your computer and the expansion system BEFORE you attempt to perform any maintenance tasks.

General Chassis Cleaning

The environment where your Magma chassis is operating should be the determining factor as to how often you should perform a general cleanup of the chassis. To perform a routine general cleaning of your chassis, you will need the following:

1.Can of compressed air (proper distance, 6 inches)

2.Cotton Swabs

3.Isopropyl (alcohol)

4.Anti static wipes

5.Warm water (for filter)

6.Dish soap (for filter)

Do not use a vacuum because vacuums create ESD.

First, remove the four cover screws with and the top chassis cover:

Cover Screws

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Contents Model EB7-x8 Model EBU Model EB7R-x8 ExpressBoxUniversal EBU PCI Express to PCI Express ExpansionLimitation of Liability Copyright 2009 Mission Technology Group, Inc. - DBA MagmaTrademark References VERIFY INSTALLATION Table of ContentsHARDWARE INSTALLATION CHAPTER 4 INSTALL CARDS AND DRIVESTROUBLESHOOTING CHAPTER 5 MODULAR SOLUTIONS WITH EBUCHASSIS MAINTENANCE CHAPTER 8 HOW TO GET MORE HELP500Watt Power Supply Specifications Page Preface AdvisoriesSafetyInstructions When WorkingInsideaComputerProtecting Against Electrostatic Discharge Rack-Mount Instructions General Specifications Chapter 1 IntroductionPartsList Pre-InstallationInformationToolsRequiredfor Installation Item QtyChapter 2 Hardware Installation STOPInstall PCI Express Host Card Before you BeginAttach Power and Expansion Cables M A G M A STOPLaptop Installation optional the chassis along with the power cordTDP side to Laptop Picture B shows the Incorrect orientation RechecktheInstallation Starting Up Applying Power CorrectlyHardware Check You may now proceed to Chapter 3 Verify Installation RackInstallationsShutting Down Windows Start UpM A G M A CHAPTER 3 Verify Installation WindowsMacOSX Expansion Slot UtilityApple System Profiler RedHat 9 Linux Mapping Physical Slot locationsto port locations using lspci Link Supported Speed 2.5Gb/s, Width x8, ASPM L0s L1, PortExample lspci -vvv Output Link Supported Speed 2.5Gb/s, Width x4, ASPM L0s, Port Remove PCI Express Expansion Chassis Cover Chapter 4 Install Cards and DrivesCover Screws Remove all of these screws in order to open the enclosure Install 3rd PartyPCIe Cardsor Hard Drives Installing 3rd Party PCIe CardsInstalling Hard Drives FinishingTouches System Should Be Up and Running“Hot-Swappable”PCIeCardsoptional Double click on the applet Procedure for hot-un-plugging a PCIe plug in card3. Select a device and click on the “Properties button” 8. A green LED, labeled P X PwrE where Click on the Stop button of the dialogClick on the OK button of the new dialog corresponds to the slot number will begin10. The LED should start flashing again 11. After 5-6 seconds the LED will stop flashing and remain onPCIeExpansion Solutions with the EB7-x8 Digi Design Pro ToolsVideo Card expansion solutions High Throughput storage solutions ATI HD4850accessing our data 50% Reads 50% Writes I/O Test typeThroughput MByte/sec 100% ReadsChapter 5 Modular Solutions with EBU Configuring a complete computer withEBUConfiguring EBU for I/OSharingbetweenmultiple Blades or Other Servers Virtualization, Clusters, and EBUability of its chassis to allow for peer to peer communication between its slots as well as its ability to communicate with multiple Root Complex Port sources with its complementary Universal Host Adaptor product lends itself to very elegant and immensely cost effective I/O virtualization applications Chapter 6 Chassis Maintenance General Chassis CleaningNext, use a can of compressed air from your local computer store to blow out any dust that may have accumulated in the chassis fans “Hot-Swappable”PowerSupply Optional CleaningtheAirFilter M A G M A My Computer Can’t Find the PCIe Expansion System Chapter 7 TroubleshootingLocatethe Problem ƒ When Nothing Works ƒ My PCIe Card Doesn’t WorkCheck the DIP switch settings on the Magma Host Card Windows RedHat9 LinuxWhen Nothing Works My Computer Hangs During Power Up My PCIe Card Doesn’t Work 1. Shut down the computer followed by the Magma expansion chassis Windows Error Codes Support for 3rdPP Party PCIe CardsDescription/Action Error CodeThis code indicates that there is a problem with the 3rd Party PCIe Card driverFrequentlyAskedQuestionsFAQ Chapter 8 How to Get More HelpContacting Technical Support 2. Run Magnostic.exe Magma Debug Utility4. E-mail file to forums@magma.com PCIScope Software Utility Technical Support request at wwwH.magma.com/sTU upportUT.H ReturningMerchandisetoMAGMA Multiple PCIe Expansion System Configurations Appendix A Need More PCIe Slots?Page Fan-Out Verify your configuration Daisy-Chaining Fan -O ut D aisy-C hain C om bination C onfiguration Combination ConfigurationsD aisy-C hain Fan -O ut C om bination C onfiguration Troubleshooting AdvancedConfigurations Power-On Sequence for Advanced ConfigurationsPCI e Card Conflicts Page Finding the Problem Card MAC and LinuxFCC/CE/UL APPENDIX B ComplianceIndustryCanada AC INPUT SAFETY500Watt Power Supply Specifications DC OUTPUTMISCELLANEOUS Phone 858 530-2511 Fax 858 Magma 9918 Via Pasar, San Diego, CA 92126, USA09-09917-01- A Manual, USER, EB7-x8, ROHS