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Chapter 2
MVME4100 Single Board Computer Installation and Use (6806800H18D)
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Hardware Preparation and Installation
2.1 Overview
This chapter provides startup and safety instructions related to this product, hardware
preparation instruction that includes default switch settings. System considerations and
installation instructions for the base board, PMC, and transition module are also described in
this chapter.
A fully implemented MVME4100 consists of the base board plus:
z Two single-wide or one double-wide PCI Mezzanine Card (PMC) slot for added versatility.
z One transition module for support of the mapped I/O from the MVME4100 base board to
the P2 connector.
z Up to two optional XMCspan cards.
The following table lists the things you will need to do before you can use this board and tells
you where to find the information you need to perform each step. Be sure to read this entire
chapter, including all Caution and Warning notes, before you begin.
Table 2-1 Startup Overview
Tas k Pag e
Unpack the hardware. Unpacking and Inspecting the Board on page 38
Configure the hardware by setting jumpers
on the board and RTM.
Configuring the Board on page 44 and SEEPROM Address
Switch, S1 on page 94
Install the MVME7216E transition module in
the chassis.
Transition Module on page 48
Install PMC module (if required). Installing Accessories on page 48
Install XMCspan module (if required). XMCspan Installation and Use manual (6806800H03)
Install the MVME4100 in the chassis. Installing and Removing the Board on page 53
Attach cabling and apply power. Completing the Installation on page 54
Install PIM on transition module (if
required).
PMC Input/Output Module on page 100
Ensure that the firmware initializes the
MVME4100
Chapter 6, MOTLoad Firmware
Initialize the board Chapter 6, MOTLoad Firmware