XMC-6VLX
USER’S MANUAL
Acromag, Inc. Tel: 248-295-0310
- 9 - http://www.acromag.com
- 9 -
www.acromag.com
2.0 PREPARATION FOR USE
Unpacking and Inspecting
WARNING: This board utilizes
static sensitive components
and should only be handled at
a static-safe workstation.
Upon receipt of this product, inspect the shipping carton for evidence of
mishandling during transit. If the shipping carton is badly damaged or water
stained, request that the carrier's agent be present when the carton is
opened. If the carrier's agent is absent when the carton is opened and the
contents of the carton are damaged, keep the carton and packing material
for the agent's inspection.
For repairs to a product damaged in shipment, refer to the Acromag Service
Policy to obtain return instructions. It is suggested that salvageable shipping
cartons and packing material be saved for future use in the event the
product must be shipped.
This board is physically protected with packing material and electrically
protected with an anti-static bag during shipment. However, it is
recommended that the board be visually inspected for evidence of
mishandling prior to applying power.
Card Cage Considerations
Refer to the specifications section for loading and power requirements. Be
sure that the system power supplies are able to accommodate the power
requirements of the system boards, plus the installed Acromag board,
within the voltage tolerances specified.
In an air cooled assembly, adequate air circulation must be provided to
prevent a temperature rise above the maximum operating temperature and
to prolong the life of the electronics. If the installation is in an industrial
environment and the board is exposed to environmental air, careful
consideration should be given to air-filtering.
In a conduction cooled assembly, adequate thermo conduction must be
provided to prevent a temperature rise above the maximum operating
temperature.
Heat Sink Considerations
When the XMC-6VLX board is mounted on a conduction cooled carrier it
may be necessary to remove the Acromag provided heat sink. The heat sink
can be removed by removal of the 7 screws retaining the heat sink. These 7
screws are visible on the back of the board. After the 7 screws are removed,
lift the heat sink off and wipe clean the silver colored thermal interface
material from the Virtex 6 device.
Board Installation
Remove power from the system before installing board, cables, termination
panels, and field wiring.