Z Microsystems ZX1 User Manual Download Page 3

Issued: 01/21/10 REV 50 

Doc# 27-0042UM 

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Issued: 01/21/10 REV 50 

Doc# 27-0042UM 

The ZX1 Station is a low–profi le, rack mountable, computing and graphics processing 
powerhouse. At only 1.72” (1U) high by 24.485 inches deep,this compact, lightweight, 
rugged workstation gives back valuable rackspace and delivers an extremently fl exible 
and high–performance solution that is unbeatable in mission–ready applications.

The ZX1 Station integrates the latest computing technology with a system architecture 
supporting any Extended ATX form-factor motherboards with support for up to three 
rugged hot–pluggable TP2 removable drives, a slimline DVD-RW, and an environmental
control board to support proper thermal regulation. User–friendly features include a
front accessible power switch, two front accessible USB ports for rapid connectivity,
and a quick release top access cover for ease of service and hardware installation

Optimized for rugged conditions, the ZX1 hosts innovative PCI card hold–down brackets
that secure cards in all three axis (X/Y/Z). In addition, the front panel provides a fi ltered 
dust door with a systems status display to quickly monitor the status of the rugged 
server. Dual redundant 650W power supplies insure support for the latest multi-core 
processors and high-end PCI Express graphics cards.

Z Microsystems’ engineers are experts in the design of systems that reduce the risk, 
cost and failure caused by harsh environmental conditions. Designed to exceed
MIL-STD 167 for vibration and MIL-STD 461 for EMI, ZX1 Stations are a robust solution 
for hostile, mission–ready applications. Enhanced military options such as EMI fi ltered 
power supplies with Mil-Circular connectors and locking security panel are available.

ABOUT MANUAL

  SAFETY PRECAUTIONS

DANGER: 

To avoid shock hazard:

Do not connect or

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disconnect the ZX1 during
an electrical storm. 

The power cord plug must be 

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connected to a properly wired
and grounded power outlet. 

Any equipment to which the ZX1 

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will be attached must also be 
connected to properly wired and 
grounded power outlets. 

Do not penetrate the ZX1 with any 

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screw longer than .18” or damage 
will occur.

This Manual is also available on the Z Microsystems website (w w w.zmicro.com).
We recommend you carefully read this manual and follow the instructions in the
Installation chapter for verifi cation of system functions and control settings.

PRODUCT DESCRIPTION

INTRODUCTION

INTRODUCTION

Highlights

Supports latest Intel Quad Core 

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Xeon & AMD Quad Core Opteron 
processors
650W dual redundant power supply

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19” rack mountable

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Only 24.485 inches deep

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Rugged lightweight packaging

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Slim 1U (1.72”) height

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Support for up to 2 PCI add-on 

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cards (Motherboard Dependent
Ultra–secure PCI card brackets

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Up to 3 rugged removable SATA or 

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SAS TranzPak2 HDDs
Slim DVD-RW and 2 front

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accessible USB ports
Environmental control board with 

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status display

Summary of Contents for ZX1

Page 1: ...ZX1...

Page 2: ...CAUTION RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT OPEN CAUTION TO REDUCE THE RISK OF ELECTRIC SHOCK DO NOT REMOVE COVER OR BACK OF UNIT NO USER SERVICEABLE PARTS INSIDE REFER SERVICING TO QUALIFIED PERSONNEL This...

Page 3: ...eers are experts in the design of systems that reduce the risk cost and failure caused by harsh environmental conditions Designed to exceed MIL STD 167 for vibration and MIL STD 461 for EMI ZX1 Statio...

Page 4: ...s Remember to save the unit s original shipping materials It may be necessary to move the unit at a later date SHIPMENT CONTENTS INSTALLATION NOTE For the fastest and easiest installation of the ZX1 S...

Page 5: ...hilips screwdriver tighten the screws to clamp the two pieces together for both the front and rear brackets 2 Attach the stationary rail to the side of the ZX1 unit using a Philips screwdriver and ass...

Page 6: ...he lock button s flange on the stationary rail use your thumb to push down the flange in order to bypass and continue 9 The ZX1 unit should stop just short of the slide rail s front flange 1 Engage th...

Page 7: ...pulling t he locking latches towards the Memory DIMM 2 Use your fingers to push the locking latches away from the existing Memory DIMM Gently remove the Memory DIMM from its slot OPERATIONS RE INSTAL...

Page 8: ...ZX1 station OPERATIONS NOTE If one of the Power Supply modules is removed then the system will still operate with the one remaining power supply A failed power supply will be identified by an audible...

Page 9: ...Face Plate Cover is an option available only to certain models INSTALLING THE LOCKABLE FACE PLATE COVER 1 The face plate cover has small flanges on the left side that perfectly fit within correspondin...

Page 10: ...y indicate hard drive items that require attention If such is the case please refer to the Troubleshooting in the Appendix POWERING UP THE ZX1 STATION OPERATIONS 1 Slide the locking catch towards the...

Page 11: ...2 Green system is ON 3 OFF system is not connected to an AC power source OT Over Temp LED 1 OFF System temperature is normal 2 Blinking Red Light This is a warning that the system temperature is getti...

Page 12: ...rgent and wipe the surface gently MAINTAINING THE ZX1 MAINTENANCE 1 Remove the unit face plate by releasing the screw on the left side of the unit Repeat the procedure on the right side 2 Once the uni...

Page 13: ...operly connected to the power supply 2 Check that power to the system is good 3 Check that power to the power supply is engaged 4 If neither of these is the cause contact Z Microsystems Customer Servi...

Page 14: ...bration MIL STD 167 Up to 25 Hz Extended vibration environments are achievable with Solid State Drives Above 25 Hhz throughput will degrade with spinning HDDs Operating Shock 30g s Saw tooth 11ms EMI...

Page 15: ...ship date on your invoice is your product ship date unless Z Microsystems informs you otherwise During the warranty period Z Microsystems will provide warranty service under the type of warranty purch...

Page 16: ...ersion number 6 Operating System and version number NOTE If possible stay by the computer The Z Microsystems Technical Support Representative may wish to go through the problem over the telephone NOTE...

Page 17: ...Z Microsystems Inc 9820 Summers Ridge Road San Diego CA 92121 Phone 858 831 7000 Fax 858 831 7001 Website www zmicro com Copyright 2009 Z Microsystems Inc All Rights Reserved...

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