1CM2G101 Connect Tech M.2 GbE Expansion Board User Guide
- June 6, 2024
- Connect Tech
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USERS GUIDE
Revision: 0.00
M.2 GbE
CTIM-00055 Revision 0.00 2021-02-25
PREFACE
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- 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
Revision | Date | Changes |
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0 | 25-02-21 | Initial Release |
INTRODUCTION
The M.2 GbE expansion board adds an additional ethernet connection to any existing carrier board through the M.2 A or E key expansion slot. Ideal for customers needing to add wired network connections within space-constrained applications, this industrial grade expansion board utilizes an Intel I210 controller for optimized performance and trusted reliability.
Product Features and Specifications
Form Factor | M.2 2230 Key A+E |
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Ports | 1x 10/100/1000BASE-T |
Controller | Intel® Ethernet Controller I210-AT |
Host Interface Bus | x1 PCIe v2.1, SMBus |
Dimensions | 22mm x 30mm (M.2 Type-2230-D3-A-E) |
- (0.87” x 1.18”)
exceeds M.2 max topside height spec
Cable (Optional, not included)| CBG383 (RJ-45 Female, 8-pin Picoblade)
LEDs| Activity, Link, Power
Operating Temperature| -40º C to +85º C
*A minimum air-flow rate of 125CFM is recommended to operate
reliably at ambient temperatures over 65ºC
Weight| 3g (0.11oz)
Warranty| 2 Year Warranty and Free Technical Support
Part Numbers / Ordering Information
Part Number
M2G101| 10/100/1000BASE-T, M.2 GbE 2230 Key A+E, -40ºC to 85ºC, ROHS
PRODUCT OVERVIEW
Block Diagram
Connector Summary & Locations
Designator | Description |
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P1 | Gigabit Ethernet Connector |
D1 | Activity Indicator |
D2 | Link Indicator |
D3 | Power OK Indicator |
DETAILED FEATURE DESCRIPTION
M.2 Edge Connector
Function | M.2 Card Edge Connector |
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Location | P2 |
Pinout | Signal |
GND | 1 |
NC | 3 |
NC | 5 |
GND | 7 |
Connector Key | 9 |
Connector Key | 11 |
Connector Key | 13 |
Connector Key | 15 |
NC | 17 |
NC | 19 |
NC | 21 |
NC | 23 |
Connector Key | 25 |
Connector Key | 27 |
Connector Key | 29 |
Connector Key | 31 |
GND | 33 |
PERO+ | 35 |
PERO- | 37 |
GND | 39 |
PETO+ | 41 |
PETO- | 43 |
GND | 45 |
REFCLKO+ | 47 |
REFCLKO- | 49 |
NC | 51 |
CLKRECtO# | 53 |
PEWAKEO# | 55 |
GND | 57 |
NC | 59 |
NC | 61 |
GND | 63 |
NC | 65 |
NC | 67 |
GND | 69 |
NC | 71 |
NC | 73 |
GND | 75 |
10/100/1000 Ethernet (GbE)
Function| Gigabit Ethernet Connector|
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Location| P1
Type| Molex Moblade 1×8 Vertical
Connector| 533980871
Mating| 510210800
Cable| CBG383
Pinout| Pin| Description
1| MX3-
2| MX3+
3| MX2-
4| MX2+
5| MX1-
6| MX1+
7| MX0-
8| MXO+
On-board Indicator LEDs
LED | Location | Description |
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ACT | D1 | Activity Indicator |
LINK | D2 | Link Indicator |
PWR OK | D3 | Power OK Indicator. |
When illuminated indicates power is provided to M.2 GbE board.
TYPICAL INSTALLATION
- Ensure the host system is powered off.
- Insert the M.2 GbE into a 2230 Key A or E card slot; secure the card down with a screw.
- Attach a CBG383 (RJ-45 to Picoblade) cable or custom cabling solution to P1.
- Attach a network RJ46 Cat -5e or Cat 6 cable connected to your network to the CBG383 cable
- Power on the system.
- Under Linux, use lspci to verify the presence on the M.2 GbE, then using ifconfig to verify the
M.2 GbE Card is enumerated as a network interface.
THERMAL DETIALS
The M.2 GbE card has an operating temperature range on -40°C to +85°C,
however, it is important that’s adequate cooling is provided to ensure
reliable operation. It is the customer’s responsibility to design their system
such that the ambient temperature and airflow is within specifications for the
Intel® Ethernet Controller I210-AT.
The table below illustrates simulation data from Intel®, this is just a
guideline but should be taken into account by system designers. The table
lists Tcase as a function of airflow and ambient temperature. This table can
be used as an aid in determining a starting point for the optimum airflow for
the I210.
Note that Connect Tech does not recommend use with zero airflow at ambient
temperatures over 65°C. From internal testing, it was found that at a full
1Gbps load as the ambient temperatures approach ~70°C the Tcase will exceed
100°C.
Table 13-14. Thermal Simulation Results for Various Environmental Conditions
Note: The red value(s) indicate airflow/ambient combinations that exceed the allowable case temperature.
SOFTWARE
Driver Support for Intel I210
Additional drivers may be needed to properly operate the GbE Port. These
drivers can be downloaded directly from Intel website at the below link:
https://downloadcenter.intel.com/product/64399/Intel-Ethernet-
Controller-I210-Series
CABLES
The following table shows the available cables
Part Number | Drawing Number | Description |
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CBG383 | CTIC-00320 | RJ-45 panel mount to 8-pin Picoblade |
Document: CTIM-00055
Date: 2021-02-25
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References
- Connect Tech Inc., Embedded Computing Experts
- Resource Center - Connect Tech Inc.
- Intel® Ethernet Controller I210 - Product Info, Docs, Support and...
- Connect Tech Inc., Embedded Computing Experts