B1 IPM-ATA CPU Extension
Inova Plug-In Module (IPM-) offers the user the ability to exchange a hard-disk for example with- out having to remove the CPU from the CompactPCI enclosure and then dismantle it etc. Cur- rently, three units exist that provide industry with hard-disk, Compact FLASH, MicroDrive or ATA PCMCIA mass storage capability.
B1.1 J1 Interfaces
All IPM-ATA modules possess J1 for data communication between the CompactPCI backplane and the mass storage unit(s) in question. Figure B1.1a illustrates the dedicated IPM-ATA backplane and connectors.
Note:
The IPM-ATA modules can only be
used in CompactPCI systems that have been prepared for rear I/O (C) or have the IDE signals available on the rear J2 connector that are in accordance with the specification for RIO(C). In addition, the rear J2 CompactPCI connector must be present.
Figure B1.1a Dedicated IPM-ATA Backplane
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