CTI Mini PCIe GbE Board User Guide

CTI Mini PCIe GbE Board

Product Information

Mini PCIe GbE

The Mini PCIe GbE is a networking card manufactured by Connect Tech Inc. It is designed to provide a Gigabit Ethernet connection through a Mini PCIe interface. The card is compact in size and can be easily installed in compatible devices.

Specifications:

• Manufacturer: Connect Tech Inc.
• Model: Mini PCIe GbE
• Interface: Mini PCIe
• Network Standard: Gigabit Ethernet (GbE)

Product Usage Instructions

Installation

1. Ensure that your device has a Mini PCIe slot available for installation.
2. Power off your device and disconnect any external power source.
3. Remove the cover or panel that provides access to the Mini PCIe slot.
4. Carefully insert the Mini PCIe GbE card into the slot, aligning the connectors properly.
5. Tighten any screws or fasteners to secure the card in place.
6. Replace the cover or panel and reconnect any external power source.

Driver Installation:

1. Connect your device to the internet using an alternative network connection.
2. Visit the Connect Tech website at www.connecttech.com and navigate to the Support Center.
3. Access the Download Zone or Knowledge Database to find the appropriate driver software for the Mini PCIe GbE card.
4. Download the driver software and save it to a location on your device.
5. Locate the downloaded driver file and run the installation executable.
6. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the driver installation process.
7. Restart your device to apply any changes and ensure proper functionality.

FAQ (Frequently Asked Questions):

1. Q: What should I do if I encounter technical difficulties with the Mini PCIe GbE card?
   A: If you experience any issues with the card, first contact the Connect Tech reseller from whom you purchased the product. They can provide assistance with installation and troubleshooting. If the reseller is unable to resolve the problem, you can reach out to Connect Tech’s support staff. Their contact information is available on the Connect Tech website.

2. Q: Where can I find additional resources such as manuals and technical tips for the Mini PCIe GbE card?
   A: Connect Tech provides a Support Center on their website where you can access product manuals, installation guides, device driver software, and technical tips. Visit www.connecttech.com and navigate to the Support Center to find these resources.

3. Q: What are the operating hours of Connect Tech’s technical support?
   A: Connect Tech’s technical support representatives are available to answer calls from Monday to Friday, between 8:30 a.m. and 5:00 p.m. Eastern Standard Time. They can be reached at the provided toll-free number or the direct telephone line.

• Connect Tech Inc. 489 Clair Rd. W
• Guelph, Ontario N1L 0H7
• www.connecttech.com CTIM-00125
• Revision 0.05 2023-05-16
• Tel: 519-836-1291
• Toll: 800-426-8979 (North America only)
• Fax: 519-836-4878
• Email: sales@connecttech.com
• support@connecttech.com

Preface

Disclaimer

• The information contained within this user’s guide, including but not limited to any product specification, is subject to change without notice.
• Connect Tech assumes no liability for any damages incurred directly or indirectly from any technical or typographical errors or omissions contained herein or for discrepancies between the product and the user’s guide.

Customer Support Overview

• If you experience difficulties after reading the manual and/or using the product, contact the Connect Tech reseller from which you purchased the product. In most cases the reseller can help you with product installation and difficulties.
• In the event that the reseller is unable to resolve your problem, our highly qualified support staff can assist you. Our support section is available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week on our website at:
  • www.connecttech.com/sub/support/support.asp. See the contact information section below for more information on how to contact us directly. Our technical support is always free.

Contact Information

• Mail/Courier
• Connect Tech Inc. Technical Support
• 489 Clair Rd. W. Guelph, ON
• N1H 0H7
• Email/Internet
  • sales@connecttech.com
  • support@connecttech.com
  • www.connecttech.com 

Note:

• Please go to the Download Zone or the Knowledge Database in the Support Center on the Connect Tech website for product manuals, installation guides, device driver software and technical tips.
• Submit your technical support questions to our customer support engineers via the Support Center on the Connect Tech website.
• Telephone/Facsimile
  • Technical Support representatives are ready to answer your call Monday through Friday, from 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.
• Eastern Standard Time. Our numbers for calls are:
  • Toll Free: 800-426-8979 (North America only)
  • Telephone: 519-836-1291 (Live assistance available 8:30 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. EST,  Monday to Friday)
  • Facsimile: 519-836-4878 (on-line 24 hours)

Limited Mini PCIe GbE Warranty

• Connect Tech Inc. provides a 2-Year Warranty for the Mini PCIe GbE. Should this product, in Connect Tech Inc.’s opinion, fail to be in good working order during the warranty period, Connect Tech Inc. will, at its option, repair or replace this product at no charge, provided that the product has not been subjected to abuse, misuse, accident, disaster or non-Connect Tech Inc. authorized modification or repair.
• You may obtain warranty service by delivering this product to an authorized Connect Tech Inc. business partner or to Connect Tech Inc. along with proof of purchase. Product returned to Connect Tech Inc. must be pre-authorized by Connect Tech Inc. with an RMA (Return Material Authorization) number marked on the outside of the package and sent prepaid, insured and packaged for safe shipment. Connect Tech Inc. will return this product by prepaid ground shipment service.
• The Connect Tech Inc. 2-Year Warranty is only valid over the serviceable life of the product. This is defined as the period during which all components are available. Should the product prove to be irreparable, Connect Tech Inc. reserves the right to substitute an equivalent product if available or to retract the 2-Year Warranty if no replacement is available.
• The above warranty is the only warranty authorized by Connect Tech Inc. Under no circumstances will Connect Tech Inc. be liable in any way for any damages, including any lost profits, lost savings or other incidental or consequential damages arising out of the use of, or inability to use, such product.

Copyright Notice

• The information contained in this document is subject to change without notice. Connect Tech Inc. shall not be liable for errors contained herein or for incidental consequential damages in connection with the furnishing, performance, or use of this material. This document contains proprietary information that is protected by copyright. All rights are reserved. No part of this document may be photocopied, reproduced, or translated to another language without the prior written consent of Connect Tech, Inc.
• Copyright © 2023 by Connect Tech, Inc.

Trademark Acknowledgment
Connect Tech, Inc. acknowledges all trademarks, registered trademarks and/or copyrights referred to in this document as the property of their respective owners.   Not listing all possible trademarks or copyright acknowledgments does not constitute a lack of acknowledgment to the rightful owners of the trademarks and copyrights mentioned in this document.

ESD Warning
Electronic components and circuits are sensitive to Electro Static Discharge (ESD). When handling any circuit board assemblies including Connect Tech COM Express carrier assemblies, it is recommended that ESD safety precautions be observed. ESD safe best practices include, but are not limited to:

• Leaving circuit boards in their antistatic packaging until they are ready to be installed.
• Using a grounded wrist strap when handling circuit boards, at a minimum you should touch a grounded metal object to dissipate any static charge that may be present on you.
• Only handling circuit boards in ESD safe areas, which may include ESD floor and table mats, wrist strap stations and ESD safe lab coats.
• Avoiding handling circuit boards in carpeted areas.
• Try to handle the board by the edges, avoiding contact with components.

Revision History

Introduction

• Connect Tech’s MPG1xx series boards are rugged, low cost Gigabit Ethernet Mini PCIe modules that are ideal for adding extra Ethernet capabilities to any system with minimal increase in overall system size and power consumption.
• The modules utilize PCIe signaling which allows it to be used in any Mini PCIe socket that supports PCIe. The wide operating temperature, latching Ethernet connector and cabling solution allows these modules to be used in harsh environments.
• Compatibility with a large variety of popular operating systems allows these boards to be easily integrated into a wide array of new and existing systems.

Product Features and Specifications

Specifications

Dimensions| 50.95 mm x 30 mm, Mini PCIe “Full” form factor
10/100/1000BASE-T Ports|

• MPG101: 1 port
• MPG102: 1 port
• MPG111: 1 port
• MPG112: 1 port
• MPG104: 2 ports

Connector| FCI MiniTek, 2mm, 2×5, Right Angle (MPG101/MPG111) FCI MiniTek, 2mm, 2×5, Vertical (MPG102/MPG112) 2x FCI MiniTek, 2mm, 2×5, Vertical (MPG104)
Cables| CBG117
Environmental| MPG101/MPG102: -40ºC to 85ºC, Humidity: 5 to 95% non-condensing MPG111/MPG112: -40ºC to 85ºC, Humidity: 5 to 95% non-condensing MPG104: -40ºC to 85ºC, Humidity: 5 to 95% non-condensing
Status LEDs| LINK#, ACTIVITY#, POWER OK

The MPG104 requires a minimum air-flow rate of 125CFM to operate reliably at an ambient of 85ºC

Part Numbers / Ordering Information

Part Number

MPG101/MPG111| 10/100/1000BASE-T, Right-Angle Network Connector, -40ºC to 85ºC, ROHS
MPG102/MPG112| 10/100/1000BASE-T, Vertical Network Connector, -40ºC to 85ºC, ROHS
MPG104| 2x 10/100/1000BASE-T, Vertical Network Connector, -40ºC to 85ºC, ROHS

Product Overview

Block Diagrams

Connector Summary & Locations

Interface Pin-outs

Mini PCIe Edge Connector
The Mini PCIe GbE pin-out is compliant to the PCI Express Mini Card Electromechanical Specification Rev. 2.0. Please note that this module does not require the +1.5V power provided to a standard Mini PCIe connector. This module uses only +3.3V for input power. This module does not connect the Display Port or USB pins on the Mini PCIe connector.

10/100/1000 Ethernet (GBE) Connector

Detailed Feature Description

• PCI Express Interface
  The Mini PCIe Gbe supports one PCIe Rev. 1.1 lane connecting between the Mini PCIe edge fingers and the Intel 82574 or Intel i210 GbE controller. This interface has sufficient bandwidth to support 1000 Mb/s transfer rate and with 40 KB of on-board buffering, mitigates instantaneous receive bandwidth stresses and eliminates transmit delays by buffering the outgoing packet prior to transmission.

• 10/100/1000Base-T Port
  The Mini PCIe GbE supports one Ethernet interface port supporting 1000BASE-T, 100BASE-TX, and 10BASE-T (IEEE 802.3, 802.3u, 802.3ab). This multi-speed port can operate in Half or Full duplex and includes flow control support compliant with IEEE 802.3X as well as VLAN support compliant with IEEE 802.3q. Note that half-duplex 1000 MB/s operation is not supported.

• SMBus Management Port
  The SMBus interface allows software-based network management by providing a mechanism by which network traffic can be routed to and from a Management Controller. The SMBus supports pass-through capabilities, with the following filtering options:

  • RMCP/RMCP+ ports
  • Flexible UDP/TCP port filters
  • 128-byte flexible filters
  • VLAN
  • IPv4 address
  • IPv6 address
  • MAC address filters

Using the SMBus pass-through interface, a received packet can be discarded, sent to host memory, sent to an external management controller, or both host memory and external management controller. All manageability filters are controlled by the management controller, not the 82574/i210 drivers.

Software Support for the Intel 82574/i210

• Additional drivers may be needed to properly operate the GBE Port.
• These drivers can be downloaded directly from Intel website from the below link:
  •  https://downloadcenter.intel.com/SearchResult.aspx?lang=eng&ProductID=3023&ProdId=3023 

On-board Indicator LEDs
Each Mini PCIe GbE has three onboard LEDs that are clearly labeled on the PCB.

the LAN port.
LINK| Link Indicator; When illuminated indicates 1000BASE-T channel bandwidth
PWR OK| Power OK Indicator; When illuminated indicates +3.3V to the Mini PCIe GbE module is within specification

Cables

Available Cables
The following table shows the available cables for the Mini PCIe GbE. Click below to view the drawing.

RJ-45 to 10-pin Minitek Cable

Right Angle Connector Interference

When using the right angle Mini PCIe GbE (MPG101/MPG111), there is mating interference between the Mini PCIe latch and the latch on the network cable CBG117. This interference will not allow the cable to securely latch to the GbE connector. Please see images below.

Therefore, if your application requires the right angle connector option (MPG101/MPG111), CTI suggests using stand-offs and screws to secure the Mini PCIe module to the main board, not a latch as shown above.

• Document: CTIM-00125
• Revision: 0.05
• Page 13 of 13
• Connect Tech Inc. 800-426-8979
• 519-836-1291
• Date: 2023-05-16

References

• Connect Tech Inc., Embedded Computing Experts
• Resource Center - Connect Tech Inc.
• Resource Center - Connect Tech Inc.
• Support - Connect Tech Inc.

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