Ampro Corporation PCI-104 quick start Appendix a Technical Support, Method Contact Information

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Appendix A

Technical Support

Ampro Computers, Inc. provides a number of methods for contacting Technical Support listed below in Table A-1. Requests for support through the Virtual Technician are given the highest priority, and usually will be addressed within one working day.

Ampro Virtual Technician – This is a comprehensive support center designed to meet all your technical needs. This service is free and available 24 hours a day through the Ampro web site at http://ampro.custhelp.com. This includes a searchable database of Frequently Asked Questions, which will help you with the common information requested by most customers. This is a good source of information to look at first for your technical solutions. However, you must register online if you wish to use the "Ask a Question" feature.

Personal Assistance – You may also request personal assistance by creating a Virtual Technical account and then going to the "Ask a Question" feature. Requests can be submitted 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. You will receive immediate confirmation that your request has been entered. Once you have submitted your request, you must log in to go to the "My Stuff" area where you can check status, update your request, and access other features.

Embedded Design Resource Center – This service is also free and available 24 hours a day at the Ampro web site at http://www.ampro.com. However, you must be registered before you can login to access this service.

The Embedded Design Resource Center was created as a resource for embedded system developers to share Ampro's knowledge, insight, and expertise gained from years of experience. This page contains links to White Papers, Specifications, and additional technical information.

Table A-1. Technical Support Contact Information

Method

Contact Information

Virtual Technician

http://ampro.custhelp.com

 

 

Web Site

http://www.ampro.com

Standard Mail

Ampro Computers, Incorporated

 

5215 Hellyer Avenue

 

San Jose, CA 95138-1007, USA

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Contents CoreModule PCI-104 Single Board Computer QuickStart Guide Audience Assumptions Contents Table A-1 Requirements Setting Up the CoreModuleWhat’s in the Box CD-ROMPreparation Setting Up the WorkspaceCoreModule 800 Connector Locations Connecting Cables to the CoreModuleSkip any steps that do not apply to your situation Refer to the CoreModule 800 I/O Interface Design Library on Cable Connecting Boot Devices Connecting PeripheralsApplying Power to the CoreModule Connecting the Power SupplyMain Advanced PCIPnP Boot Boot Device Priority Default Jumper # Installed Removed/EnabledGND Wire Color Four Pin # Ten Pin # SignalQuickStart Guide CoreModule Installation Guidelines Installing CoreModule 800 OptionsTools Required Removing the SodimmDDR Sodimm Removing Sodimm from Socket Installing the SodimmRetaining Latches Angle KeyHidden Pressing down on Sodimm Installing Software, Drivers, and Utilities Chapter QuickStart Guide CoreModule Method Contact Information Appendix a Technical SupportAppendix a Interface Board Layout Appendix B Interface BoardSignal Pin # On Description Board Interface Board ConnectorsTXD1 RTS1CTS1 DTR1Signal OnBoard Description Pin # ACK PD7DS1 BSYFigure B-2. RS-485 Serial Port Implementation Signal From Description Pin # Onboard ConnectorSignal From Description Pin # Onboard DB9 Connector Signal From Onboard Description Pin # Connector & Pin # Msdat J10 Signal From Onboard Description Pin # Connector & Pin #Msclk Pin # Signal Description Slct BusyALF InitComponent Description Miscellaneous ComponentsConnector Pin Number Mfg Manufacturer’s PN Appendix C Connector Part NumbersConnector Pin Number Manufacturer Manufacturer’s PN Appendix C