Connectors

Setup: ATCA-9305Circuit Board

The ATCA-9305 circuit board has various connectors and headers (see the figures beginning

on page 2-3), summarized as follows:

J1:

This 14-pin JTAG header is used for debugging CN5860 processor 2. See Table 3-7.

J3-J6:

These 240-pin sockets are installed for the CN5860 processor 1 DDR2 SDRAM memory.

J9:

This 14-pin configuration header allows selection of boot device, and MPC8548 configura-

tion for the configuration SROM. See Fig. 2-6.

J11-J14:

These 240-pin sockets are installed for the CN5860 processor 2 DDR2 SDRAM memory.

J15:

This 14-pin JTAG header is used for debugging CN5860 processor 1. See Table 3-7.

J23:

The 80-pin Zone 2 connector provides 1 GB and 10 GB Ethernet access to the backplane, see

Table 8-2.

J30-J31:

The 80-pin Zone 3 connectors route PCIe and XAUI (10G) to the optional RTM. See Table 8-3

and Table 8-4for pin assignments.

J33:

The 24-pin Zone 3 connector routes the reset, Hot Swap, MPC8548 console, power, and

IPMC I2C to the optional RTM, see Table 8-5.

JP1:

This is the 10-pin programming header for the IPMP, CPLD, and SPI 10G (1-4) devices, see

Table 7-51.

P1:

This 14-pin RJ45 connector with LEDs routes the Three-speed Ethernet Controller (TSEC1)

between the MPC8548 and the front panel. See Table 6-4for pin assignments.

P2:

This 16-pin JTAG debug header accesses the MPC8548 processor, see Table 4-7.

P3:

This 14-pin RJ45 connector with LEDs routes Ethernet (FP1) between the switch and the

front panel, see Table 6-4for pin assignments.

P4:

The 5-pin vertical mini-B USB provides the IPMP EIA-232 console debug, see Table 7-52.

P5, P6:

These 5-pin vertical mini-B USBs are the CN5860 console and for factory debug use only.

P7:

This 5-pin mini-B USB is the console serial port for the MPC8548 management processor,

see Table 4-8.

P10:

The 30-pin Zone 1 connector routes IPMB to the backplane, see Table 8-1.

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ATCA-9305 specifications

The Emerson ATCA-9305 is a high-performance AdvancedTCA (ATCA) chassis designed to meet the demanding requirements of telecommunications and IT infrastructure. With a focus on scalability, reliability, and flexibility, this equipment is ideal for service providers and enterprises looking to deploy robust applications in a variety of environments.

One of the main features of the ATCA-9305 is its support for high-density blade configurations. The chassis can accommodate up to 14 ATCA blades, enabling the deployment of powerful processing units, communication modules, and storage solutions. This level of density not only maximizes space but also minimizes power consumption, which is crucial for reducing operational costs in large-scale deployments.

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In conclusion, the Emerson ATCA-9305 is a powerful and versatile chassis that stands out due to its high-density configuration, advanced thermal management, diverse interconnect technology support, robust security features, and comprehensive management capabilities. Its design is tailored for the evolving needs of telecommunications and data center environments, making it a valuable asset for any organization looking to enhance its infrastructure.

Emerson ATCA-9305 user manual Connectors

Models: ATCA-9305