background image

Introduction

The Summit T3-8 system is a comprehensive analysis tool to display and analyze data traffic for PCI Express 3.1 bus 
specification. The Summit T3-8 can capture up to 8 lanes of traffic and depending on configuration up to 4 GB trace depth 
with a single unit. Larger trace depths can be achieved by using a second T3-8 unit in expansion mode providing up to 
8 GB and bus monitoring up to x16 lanes. The Summit T3-8 can monitor, capture, decode and analyze PCIe protocol with 
data rates up to 8.0 GT/s. The Summit T3-8 protocol analyzer can support multiple PCIe storage protocols such as SATA 
Express, NVM Express and SCSI Express.

Use this document for quick installation and setup.

If you experience problems or need more information, see the 

Summit T3-8 User Manual

 on the Installation DVD or at the 

Teledyne LeCroy web site.

Summit T3-8

PCI Express Protocol Analyzer

Quick Start Guide

Components

The analyzer package includes the following components: 

Summit T3-8 analyzer system

AC Power Cable

USB and Ethernet cables

PCIe Protocol Suite Software program DVD-ROM

Quick Start Guide (this document)

Depending on configuration, the package may also include:

One probe cable for x8 recording

Slot interposer

MidBus Probe kit

Please see the 

Summit T3-8 User Manual

 on the 

installation DVD for component specifications and further 
details.

Summit T3-8 Protocol Analyzer

1

2

Unpacking the Analyzer

Inspect the received shipping container for any damage. Unpack the container and account for each of the system 
components listed on the accompanying packing list. Visually inspect each component for absence of damage. 

In the event of damage, notify the shipper and Teledyne LeCroy. Retain all shipping materials for shipper’s inspection.

3

Environmental Conditions

Temperature: Operating 32° F to 122° F (0° C to 50° C) 

Temperature: Non-Operating 14° F to 176° F (-10° C to 80° C)

Humidity: Operating 10% to 90% RH (non-condensing)

4

Summary of Contents for Summit T3-8

Page 1: ...ress Protocol Analyzer Quick Start Guide Components The analyzer package includes the following components Summit T3 8 analyzer system AC Power Cable USB and Ethernet cables PCIe Protocol Suite Software program DVD ROM Quick Start Guide this document Depending on configuration the package may also include One probe cable for x8 recording Slot interposer MidBus Probe kit Please see the Summit T3 8 ...

Page 2: ...n buttons to modify the digit 8 After finishing modifications to the IP address Subnet mask or Gateway press the Center button to return to the menu 9 After you specify the IP address Subnet mask and Gateway use the Up and Down buttons to navigate to the Accept and Reboot menu item Press the Center button to apply the new settings and restart the analyzer Note To cancel your modifications select t...

Page 3: ...or Summit T3 8 to operate over a network Note 2 At power on the Analyzer initializes and performs a self diagnostic The results are reflected by messages on the Summit T3 8 LCD display If the LCD display indicates failure call Teledyne LeCroy Customer Support for assistance Note 3 Summit T3 8 is configured at the factory to use dynamic IP setting and will get all required network parameters from t...

Page 4: ...ne LeCroy Inc All rights reserved Part Number 923222 00 Rev D This document may be printed and reproduced without additional permission but all copies should contain this copyright notice Making Your First Recording Connect Summit T3 8 to the system under test using an interposer or probe and then configure the Recording Options You can then test the Analyzer by creating a short snapshot recording...

Reviews: