VULCAN Technical Manual
Getting started
© 2007 Eurotech Ltd Issue D
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Getting started
This section explains how to set up and use various features of the VULCAN. If you
require more detailed information, see
Using the VULCAN
Using the CompactFlash™ socket
The VULCAN is fitted with a Type I/II CompactFlash socket mounted on the topside of
the board. The socket is connected to Slot A of the TI PCI1520 PCI-CardBus bridge
interface and supports 3.3V/5V Type I and II CF+ cards for both memory and IO. The
VULCAN supports hot swap changeover of the cards and notification of card insertion.
There is only one way the CF+ card can be inserted into the socket. The
correct orientation is for the top of the card, i.e. the side that is normally printed,
to be face up.
Using the serial interfaces (RS232/422/485)
The four serial port interfaces on the VULCAN are fully 16550 compatible. Connection
to the serial ports is made via a 40-way boxed header. The pin assignment of these
headers has been arranged to enable a 9-way IDC D-Sub plug to be connected
directly to the cable. For pin assignments and connector details see
, page
.
A suitable cable for COM1 is provided as part of the Development Kit. The D-Sub
connector on this cable is compatible with the standard 9-way connector on a desktop
computer.
Using the USB ports
The standard USB connector is an A type 4-way socket, which provides power and
data signals to the USB peripheral. Two of four USB ports are available on standard
USB connectors. For the other two, the 10-way header J4 is designed to be compatible
with PC expansion brackets. For further details, please refer to the sections
, and
, page
Using the Ethernet interfaces
The 10/100-BaseTx Ethernet controllers of the IXP425 network processor are
configured by the RedBoot bootloader. Connection is made via standard RJ45
connectors that include speed and link/activity status LEDs. For further details, see
, page
J1 – 10/100-BaseTX Ethernet connector
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