ADLINK-PXIe-3988-3987-3977-3937-TL Controller Deployment and Maintenance Guide

ADLINK PXIe-3988/3987/3977/3937-TL Embedded Controller Deployment and Maintenance Guide

In the PXI Express testing system, the embedded controller plays a critical role in the communication between the system's core computing and peripheral devices. ADLINK PXIe-3988/3987/3977/3937-TL series controllers are based on the 12th generation Intel ®  Xeon ®/ Core ™ The processor (Xeon W-11865MRE, Core i7-11850HE, i5-11500HE, i3-11100HE) is designed specifically for the PXIe testing platform, providing a system throughput of up to 16GB/s (PCIe 3.0) and supporting flexible link configurations (quad link x4 or dual link x8 x16). This controller is equipped with dual DDR4 SODIMM slots (up to 32GB 3200MHz), onboard 512GB NVMe SSD, and optional SATA 3.0 2.5-inch SSD expansion. It integrates dual DisplayPort, dual Gigabit Ethernet, dual USB 3.0, four USB 2.0, Micro-D GPIB, and RS-232/422/485 configurable COM ports. The front panel SMB trigger I/O supports flexible routing of PXI trigger bus.

Product Overview and Core Specifications

The PXIe-3988/3987/3977/3937-TL series is a 3U/4-slot PXI Express embedded controller that complies with the PXI-5 Rev1.1 specification and is suitable for testing systems that require high computational density and multi interface connections. The main difference between the four models lies in the processor specifications (Xeon/Core i7/i5/i3), while the rest of the I/O and functions remain consistent. Key features:

Processor: 11th generation Intel Xeon/Core embedded processor (Tiger Lake-H platform), supporting Intel virtualization technology (VT-x, VT-d), hyper threading, and Turbo Boost.

Memory: Two 260 pin DDR4 SODIMM slots, supporting 3200MHz, maximum 32GB (non ECC, no buffering). Note: Only using the memory modules provided by ADLINK can ensure specifications and stability.

Storage: Onboard 512GB NVMe SSD (pre installed on the operating system), with SATA 3.0 interface provided for 2.5-inch SSD expansion.

Video: Dual DisplayPort 1.4, supporting 4K@60Hz Passive conversion to DVI can reach 1920 × 1200.

Network: Dual Gigabit Ethernet (Intel I225/I210), supporting LAN and LXI instrument control.

GPIB: Built in IEEE488 controller (Micro-D 25 pin), compatible with NI-488.2 driver, up to 1.5MB/s, can connect 14 devices.

Serial port: D-sub 9-pin COM port, BIOS can choose RS-232/422/485 mode.

Trigger I/O: Front panel SMB jack, programmable to route external trigger signals to PXI trigger bus (8 lines) or vice versa, supports software triggering.

LED indicator lights: power (green), hard drive activity (yellow), user programmable (blue).

Environment: Operating temperature of 0-55 ° C (equipped with ADLINK SSD), storage of -40~71 ° C, shock resistance of 30G, vibration of 0.21Grms (working).

Power consumption:+3.3V/1.72A,+5V/5.69A,+12V/1.95A during typical idle time; When overloaded,+12V can reach 6A.

Hardware installation and initial configuration

2.1 Unpacking and Anti static Measures

The package contains the controller body (pre installed with memory and SSD) and a quick start guide. Check if the appearance is damaged. Due to electrostatic sensitivity, it is necessary to operate on a grounded anti-static pad and wear an anti-static wristband. Do not power on when damaged or missing components are present.

2.2 Installation to PXIe chassis (Slot 1)

Remove the four screw covers on the controller panel, release the red locking handle, and press the eject latch.

Align the upper and lower edges of the controller with the chassis rail and smoothly push it in until you feel resistance from the backplane connector.

Lift the latch upwards to fully position the controller on the backplane, and at the same time, screw the locking pin into the corresponding positioning hole on the chassis rail (ensuring optimal alignment).

Tighten the four fixing screws on the front panel to connect external devices such as the monitor, keyboard, and mouse.

Attention: This controller occupies 4 slot widths, and the system slot (Slot 1) is usually the leftmost slot to ensure sufficient space in the chassis.

BIOS Settings and System Optimization

3.1 Entering BIOS and Navigation

Press the Delete key when booting up to enter the BIOS settings main menu. The main menu includes tags such as Main, Advanced, Boot, Security, Save&Exit. Navigation keys: Use the directional keys to select, enter to enter the submenu,+/- to modify values, F9 to load the best default value, F10 to save and exit.

3.2 Key BIOS Configuration Items

Main: View BIOS version, CPU information, and memory capacity. Set the system date/time.

Advanced：

CPU Configuration: Enable/disable Intel virtualization technology (VT-x), hyper threading, and number of active processor cores. If you need to run multiple virtual machines, please enable VT-x.

Memory Configuration: View memory frequency and timing without adjustment.

Graphics Configuration: Adjustable DVMT pre allocated memory (default 60MB), can be appropriately increased if using 4K multi screen display.

Onboard Devices Configuration：

COM Control: Select RS-232, RS-422, or RS-485 mode according to the external device settings.

LAN1/LAN2 Controller: Enable or disable network ports.