Keysight Technologies 18-slot PXIe Chassis M9018B PCIe Gen 2, 8 GB/s M9019A PCIe Gen 3, 24 GB/s Data Sheet Introduction The Keysight Technologies, Inc. M9018B and M9019A PXIe 18-slot chassis deliver the flexibility, compatibility, and performance required for demanding applications. With 16 PXIe hybrid slots, they give the system designer more flexibility to mix and match the number and location of PXIe and hybrid-compatible modules. Choose between the high-performance PCIe® Gen 2 and ultra-high performance, Gen 3 models to meet your application's requirements. Both models include the same innovative cooling design which allows the chassis to fit into 4U of rack space. They are also designed for easy integration into large systems containing multiple PXIe chassis and other non-PXI instrumentation. Key Features –– 16 PXIe hybrid slots, 1 PXIe timing slot, and 1 PXIe system slot –– 4U chassis with innovative cooling design –– Choose between Gen 3 and Gen 2 PCIe performance levels: –– Gen 2: M9018B high performance backplane with configurable two- and four-link system slot (2x8 or 4x4) and mix of x4 and x8 hybrid/timing slots –– Gen 3: M9019A ultra-high performance backplane (maximum 24 GB/s system and 8 GB/s slot-to-slot) with a two-link (x8, x16) system slot and x8 links to the hybrid/timing slots –– Multi-chassis power-sequencing and front panel external trigger inputs/outputs –– Specified up to 55 °C and 10,000 ft operating conditions 03 | Keysight | M9018B and M9019A PXIe Chassis - Data Sheet Hardware Overview Backplane configuration High performance PCIe fabric The M9018B and M9018B and M9019A PXIe chassis provide 16 hybrid-compatible slots for the ultimate in flexibility and compatibility. The PCIe switch fabric for the hybrid slots is broken into two segments, each serviced by its own PCIe-to-PCI bridge (Figures 2 and 3). The PXIe slots are also organized into three trigger bus segments with configurable interconnections between segments. Two front panel trigger ports (SMB) are connected to the PXI (0:7) trigger bus. This enables easy integration with non-PXI instruments. The M9018B PXIe chassis utilizes a high performance, configurable PCIe switch fabric that operates at Gen 2 speeds. The system slot can be changed between a 2-link (2x8) or 4-link (4x4) configuration. A 2-link configuration, optimized for the M9021A PCIe cable interface, is also provided (a 2x8, 2-link configuration, with link 2 inactive). Four of the PXIe peripheral slots have a x8 PCIe link providing a maximum data bandwidth of 4 GB/s. The 12 remaining peripheral slots have a x4 PCIe link providing a maximum data bandwidth of 2 GB/s. The system slot has a maximum data bandwidth of 8 GB/s when all 16 PCIe lanes are utilized. Figure 1. M9018B and M9019A 18-slot PXIe Gen 3 chassis Figure 2. Backplane configuration diagram of the M9018B PXIe 18-slot chassis. The M9019A PXIe chassis is built around an ultra-high performance PCIe switch fabric that operates at up to Gen 3 speeds. All of the PXIe peripheral slots have a x8 PCIe link providing a maximum data bandwidth of 8 GB/s each. The two-link system slot (x8 + x16) has a maximum data bandwidth of 24 GB/s when all 24 PCIe lanes are utilized. When combined with the M9023A PXIe system module, M9049A PCIe adapter, and an external PC with a Gen 3 x16 PCIe slot, up to 16 GB/s of data bandwidth can be achieved between the PC and PXIe chassis. 04 | Keysight | M9018B and M9019A PXIe Chassis - Data Sheet Figure 3. Backplane configuration diagram of the M9019A PXIe 18-slot chassis. 05 | Keysight | M9018B and M9019A PXIe Chassis - Data Sheet Innovative Cooling Lower maintenance costs The M9018B and M9019A PXIe chassis utilize an innovative cooling design that allow them to fit into 4U of rack space. This represents a 20 percent reduction in occupied rack space, compared to typical PXI chassis which requires 5U or more for air-flow. This space can be utilized for an external 1U controller via PCIe cable, resulting in a system that requires no more rack space than other chassis with an embedded PC controller. The M9018B and M9019A PXIe chassis were designed to reduce maintenance costs. There are no air filters to maintain and the power supply and fans can be removed while the chassis is mounted in a rack. This enables the chassis to be serviced, while keeping DUT cabling and modules in place. The innovative design includes auto-speed fans to expel hot air out the back panel allowing other instruments with bottom air intakes to be placed directly above the chassis. Cool air is pulled into the chassis from the front, sides, and bottom of the chassis. Unlike many PXIe chassis, the fan-speed is controlled by using temperature sensors located on the top of the backplane, in the path of the module exhaust. This enables the fans in the chassis to react to actual changes in module temperatures, instead of ambient air temperature readings used by the typical PXIe chassis. This results in lower module operating temperatures when the auto fan setting is used. Keysight’s exclusive air-inlet modules (Figure 4) can also be used to supply even more cool air from the front of the chassis and direct it to other slots. Given the air outside the rack is generally cooler than the air inside the rack, this results in more efficient cooling of the PXIe modules. This option enables the system designer to decide how to best cool the chassis, providing more design flexibility than other PXIe chassis. With Keysight’s standard warranty, your investment is protected by Keysight’s global reach in more than 100 countries (either directly or through distributors). The warranty gives you convenient standard coverage for the country in which the product is used, eliminating the need to ship equipment back to the country of purchase. Keysight’s warranty service provides: –– All parts and labor necessary to return your investment to full specified performance –– Recalibration for products supplied originally with a calibration certificate –– Return shipment System monitoring The M9018B and M9019A PXIe chassis have a complete set of system monitoring functions for power rail voltages, module exhaust temperatures, and fan speeds. For temperature measurements, the chassis utilizes eight temperature sensors located on the top of the backplane, in the path of the module exhaust. Chassis operating conditions can be monitored via a software API or the soft front panel interface. A DB-9 connector is also available at the rear of the chassis for remote inhibit and power rail monitoring. The chassis has configurable alarms that can be monitored via front panel LEDs, soft front panel interface, or software API. Designed for large systems When connecting multiple PXIe chassis together, the powersequencing becomes very important especially when an embedded controller is used. The M9018B and M9019A PXIe chassis have special features built-in to make this easy. Cat 5 cables with RJ-45 connectors are used to interconnect the chassis. In a multi-chassis configuration, a user can press a single chassis power button to enable all chassis in the system to power-up. If an embedded controller is being used, its chassis will automatically be powered up last. This provides a consistent, repeatable power-up sequence. Figure 4. Y1214B Air Inlet Kit Both chassis also have two front panel trigger SMBs which can be used for input/output triggers. These trigger ports connect to the PXIe backplane adding configuration flexibility to the system when non-PXIe instruments are used or when a particular PXIe instrument being used can only receive triggers over the PXIe backplane. 06 | Keysight | M9018B and M9019A PXIe Chassis - Data Sheet Software Platform Drivers and trigger manager Soft front panel interface and trigger manager The M9018B and M9019A PXIe chassis come complete with IVI. NET, IVI-C, and LabVIEW drivers. Windows 7, 8.1, an 10 operating systems are supported, and applications can be created using a variety of software tools including LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, MATLAB, VEE, Visual Basic, VisualStudio.NET (C/C++, C#, VB.NET). A soft front panel (SFP) interface (Figure 5) and PXIe-9 compliant trigger bus manager are provided with the chassis. The SFP can be used to monitor and control the PXIe chassis and has the following functions: –– Configure fan control front panel trigger ports –– Monitor chassis fan speed, chassis temperatures, rail voltages, and PCIe links –– Configure alarms for fan speed, temperature, rail voltage, reference clock –– Run chassis self-test and update chassis firmware –– Review chassis information Figure 5. Soft front panel 07 | Keysight | M9018B and M9019A PXIe Chassis - Data Sheet Definitions Specification Warranted performance. Specifications include guardbands to account for the expected statistical performance distribution, measurement uncertainties, and changes in performance due to environmental conditions. All specifications and characteristics apply over the operating environment outlined in the “Environmental and Regulatory” section of this data sheet. In addition, the following conditions must be met: –– Instrument is within its calibration cycle if calibration is required. –– Instrument has been stored for a minimum of 1 hour within the operating temperature range prior to turn-on and after a 30 minute warm-up period. Characteristics Characteristics describe product performance that is useful in the application of the product, but that is not covered by the product warranty. Characteristics are often referred to as Typical or Nominal values. Typical Expected performance of an average unit when operated over a 20 to 30 °C temperature range. Typical performance is not warranted. The instrument must be within its calibration cycle if calibration is required. Nominal Nominal describes representative performance that is useful in the application of the product when operated over a 20 to 30 °C temperature range. Nominal performance is not warranted. Additional information All data are measured from multiple units at room temperature and are representative of product performance within the operating temperature range unless otherwise noted. The specifications contained in this document are subject to change. 08 | Keysight | M9018B and M9019A PXIe Chassis - Data Sheet Technical Specifications Chassis characteristics Standards compliance –– PXI-5 PXI Express hardware specification –– PXI-1 hardware specification rev 2.2 –– PICMG EXP.0 R2.0 specification Backplane Module size 3U Total slots 18 Hybrid compatible slots 16 PXIe system slot 1 (with three system expansion slots) PXIe timing slot 1 (also accepts PXIe module) Module compatibility PXIe, PXI-Hybrid, PXI-1 (J1 only), and cPCI (J1 only) System Slot Link Configuration: M9018B (configurable) 2-Link (2x8) and 4-Link (4x4) plus M9021A configuration (1x8) M9019A (fixed) 2-Link (x8, x16) Backplane speed M9018B PCIe revision 2.0 (Gen 2) M9019A PCIe revision 3.0 (Gen 3) Mechanical Size 444.4 mm W x 194.8 mm H x 466 mm D (with feet installed) 444.4 mm W x 177.8 mm H x 466 mm D (with feet removed) 4U x 1 rack width Weight (without modules) 13.5 kg (29.8 lbs) Power supply characteristics AC input Operating voltage/power (low-line)1 100-120 V, 1200 W (nominal) Operating voltage/power (high-line) 220-240 V, 1300 W (nominal) Input frequency range 50/60 Hz Over current protection Internal fuse in line 1 Available DC output power (for peripheral module slots) Total DC power 2 M9018B M9019A –– 220-240 V input: 858 W 800 W –– 100-120 V input: 708 W 650 W 1. Auto switching between high line and low line 2. No derating required for temperature or altitude 09 | Keysight | M9018B and M9019A PXIe Chassis - Data Sheet Technical Specifications Power supply characteristics, continued DC supplies M9018B Voltage M9019A Maximum current Maximum current 3 45 ˚C, <10kft 50 ˚C, 10kft 45 ˚C, <10kft 50 ˚C, 10kft Load regulation +3.3 V 70 A 70 A 5% 1.5% (pk-pk) +5 V 60 A 5% 1% (pk-pk) +12 V 57.4 A 5% 1% (pk-pk) -12 V 4A 4A 4A 4A 5% 1% (pk-pk) 5 VAUX 2A 2A 2A 2A 5% 50 mV (pk-pk) Slot +3.3 V +5 V +12 V - 12 V 5 VAUX System controller slot 9A 9A 11 A 0A 1A System timing/PXIe slot 6A 0A 4A 0A 1A PXIe hybrid slot 6A 6A -4 A 1A 1A 1 67 A 2 2 67 A 52.5 A 2 60 A 49 9 A 2 52.5 A 52.5 A 4 4 45 A 4 4 Maximum ripple and noise (20 MHz BW) Backplane pin current capacity Chassis cooling and power dissipation characteristics Slot airflow direction Chassis cooling intake Chassis cooling exhaust Chassis cooling fans Power dissipation, system slot Power dissipation, user slot Power dissipation, timing slot 1. 2. 3. 4. 5. Bottom of module to top of module Bottom of front bezel, side panels, and bottom panel of chassis Rear of chassis Three 186 cfm fans on rear panel with HIGH/AUTO speed selector 140 W max 42 W max5 42 W max5 The total power supplied for all rails must not exceed 708 W (100-120 V) or 858 W (200-240 V). The total power supplied for 5 V and 12 V rails must not exceed 689W at 45 °C,<10kft, or 599W at 50 °C, 10kft. The total power supplied for all rails must not exceed 650W (100-120 V) or 800 W (200-240 V). The total power supplied for 5 V and 12 V rails must not exceed 630W at 45 °C,<10kft, or 540 W at 50 °C, 10kft. Maximum per slot power dissipation at 55 °C with 15 °C temperature rise; requires: a) that the chassis. bottom is not blocked (1U rack space below or sitting on bench with feet extended) OR b) two air inlet modules in slots 9, 10, or 11, and a slot blocker in empty controller slots. Module cooling can be impacted by each module’s resistance to air flow. 10 | Keysight | M9018B and M9019A PXIe Chassis - Data Sheet Technical Specifications Clocks and triggers 10 MHz system clock (PXI_CLK10) Maximum slot-to-slot skew 155 ps Accuracy 30 ppm Output amplitude (10 MHz REF Out BNC) 1 V pk-pk ±20% square-wave into 50 Ω 2 V pk-pk unloaded Output impedance (10 MHz REF Out BNC) 50 Ω ±5 Ω 100 MHz system clock ( PXIe_CLK100) Maximum slot-to-slot skew 125 ps Accuracy 30 ppm External 10 MHz clock source input requirements Frequency input 10 MHz ±100 PPM Input signal (10 MHz REF In BNC) 100 mVPP to 5 VPP (square-wave or sine-wave) Input signal (PXI timing slot PXI_CLK10_IN) 5 V or 3.3 V TTL signal PXI star trigger Maximum slot-to-slot skew 250 ps PXI differential star triggers Maximum slot-to-slot skew 150 ps Maximum differential skew 25 ps Front panel triggers (trig 1 and trig 2 SMBs) Direction control Input or output (configurable) Output level 3.3 V CMOS (TTL compatible, 5 V tolerant) Output impedance 50 Ω (typ) Output trigger source PXI_Trig0 - PXI_Trig7 (Segment 2) Input level 3.3 V CMOS (TTL compatible, 5 V tolerant) Input impedance 3 kΩ (typ) Input trigger destination PXI_Trig0 - PXI_Trig7 (Segment 2) Input threshold 1.65 V (typ) Minimum swing 250 mV (typ) Minimum pulse width 100 ns (typ) Environmental characteristics1, 2 Operating Storage Temperature 0˚C to 55˚C -40˚C to 70˚C Altitude Up to 10,000 ft (3048 m) Up to 15,000 ft (4572 m) Humidity Type-tested at 95%, RH (non-condensing) Vibration Operating random vibration: type-tested at 5 to 500 Hz, 0.21 g rms Survival random vibration: type-tested at 5 to 500 Hz, 2.09 g rms Acoustical emissions (referenced to 1 pW) Sound pressure level Sound power 3 Auto fan (25˚C ambient) High fan 53 dBA 69 dBA 59 dBA 77 dBA 1. Samples of this product have been type tested in accordance with the Keysight Environmental Test Manual and verified to be robust against the environmental stresses of storage, transportation and end-use. Those stresses include but are not limited to temperature, humidity, shock, vibration, altitude and power line conditions. 2. Test Methods are aligned with IEC 60068-2 and levels are similar to MIL-PRF-28800F Class 3 3. At operator position 11 | Keysight | M9018B and M9019A PXIe Chassis - Data Sheet Technical Specifications Regulatory charateristics Safety Complies with the essential requirements of the European LVD Directive of the following standards (dates and editions are cited in the Declaration of Conformity): – IEC/EN 61010-1 – Canada: CSA C22.2 No. 61010-1 – USA: UL std no. 61010-1 Acoustic statement (European Machinery Directive) Acoustic noise emission LpA < 70 dB Operator position Normal operation mode per ISO 7779 EMC Complies with European EMC Directive of the following standards (dates and editions are cited in the Declaration of Conformity): - IEC/EN 61326-1 - CISPR pub 11 group 1, class A - AS/NZS CISPR 11 - ICES/NMB-001 This ISM device complies with Canadian ICES-001. Cet appareil ISM est conforme a la norme NMB-001 du Canada M9018B/M9019A Rack Mounting The M9018B and M9019A rack mount accessory kits provide system design flexibility. The following kits can be mix-and-matched to suit the needs of a given application: –– Y1215C Flush mount rack kit (Figure 6): Complete kit including rack flanges, handles, and attachment hardware. The kit suspends the chassis in a Keysight rack using only 4U of rack space. Rack rails may be needed in a non-Keysight rack. –– Y1216B Recess mount rack kit (Figure 7): Complete recess-mount kit including rack flanges, handles, and attachment hardware. The kit recesses the chassis by 4 inches and suspends the chassis in a Keysight rack using only 4U of rack space. Rack rails may be needed in a non-Keysight rack. –– Y1217B Rack mount rail kit (Figure 7): This optional kit provides additional stability to the chassis when rack-mounted. When using rails, the chassis will require 5U of rack space. Rails may not fit in a non-Keysight rack. –– Y1218A Cable tray kit (Figure 7): Adds a 1U high cable tray to the chassis and includes cable tray, feet for using the chassis/tray on a table, and attachment hardware. Figure 6. M9018B and M9019A chassis suspended in a rack using the Y1215C. Figure 7. M9018B and M9019A chassis rack-mounted using the Y1216A, Y1217A, and Y1218A. Note: Rack mounting the M9018B and M9019A may require two people if rails are not used. Care must also be taken to ensure the chassis receives sufficient cooling air. See the chassis cooling characteristics in this data sheet for more details. 12 | Keysight | M9018B and M9019A PXIe Chassis - Data Sheet Recommended Configuration Configure the Keysight M9018B and M9019A PXIe chassis as follows: –– Select a PXIe system module or embedded controller (the Keysight M9022A/M9023A and M9037A are recommended) –– If an external computer is being used, select an appropriate PC interface card (the Keysight M9048B/M9049A are recommended) –– Select an appropriate cable to connect the computer interface board to the chassis interface (the Y1202A is recommended to connect the M9048B and M9022A) –– Select accessories as required Multi-chassis configuration The M9018B and M9019A can be used in multi-chassis configurations with other PXIe chassis (including the M9010A PXIe 10-slot chassis) and AXIe Chassis (such M9502A/M9505A). In general, up to four chassis can be connected together depending on the controller and operating system used. Many different topologies are possible including cascade and star. Two examples are shown below: For more detailed configuration information, see Interface Modules and Adapters for PXIe and AXIe Systems, literature number 5992-0377EN. Figure 8. Star configuration using the M9049A for x8 connections from a remote PC to two chassis. Chassis types can be mixed AXIe and PXIe Figure 9. Cascade configuration using the M9037A with the M9022A for x8 connections from the embedded PC and multiple PXIe chassis (up to a total of four). 13 | Keysight | M9018B and M9019A PXIe Chassis - Data Sheet Hardware Software information Model Description M9018B PXIe chassis: 18-slot, Gen 2, 3U, 8 GB/s M9019A PXIe chassis: 18-slot, Gen 3, 3U, 24 GB/s Both Include: Standard PXI filler panels, getting started guide, drivers, and Keysight I/O libraries Accessories Model Description Y1212A Slot blocker kit: 5 single-slot Y1213A PXI EMC filler panel kit: 5 single-slot Y1214B Air inlet module kit (includes controller slot blocker) Y1215C Flush mount rack kit Y1216B Recess mount rack kit Y1217B Rack mount rail kit Y1218A Cable tray kit Y1270A Front panel interfacing kit for 18-slot PXIe chassis Warranty and Calibration Advantage Services: Calibration and Warranty Keysight Advantage Services is committed to your success throughout your equipment’s lifetime. Warranty 1 R-51B-001-5Z Warranty Assurance Plan, Return to Keysight, 5 years R-51B-001-3X Return to Keysight Express Warranty - 3 years R-51B-001-5X Return to Keysight Express Warranty - 5 years 1. Options not available in all countries. Supported operating systems Microsoft Windows 7 SP1 (32/64-bit) Microsoft Windows 8.1 Update 1 (32/64-bit) Microsoft Windows 10 (32/64-bit) Standard compliant drivers IVI.NET, IVI-C, and LabVIEW Supported application development environments (ADE) LabVIEW, LabWindows/CVI, MATLAB, VEE, Visual Basic, VisualStudio.NET (C/C++, C#, VB.NET) Keysight IO Libraries Supported versions: 17.1 Update 1 (or later). Use of latest version recommended. Includes: VISA Libraries, Keysight Connection Expert, IO Monitor Related Products Model Description M9037A PXIe embedded controller: Intel i7, 4 GB RAM, 240 GB SSD M9048A PCIe host adapter: single port (x8), Gen 2 M9048B PCIe host adapter: single port (x8), Gen 3 M9049A PCIe host adapter: dual port (16), Gen 3 M9021A PCIe Cable Interface: Gen 2, x8 (supported with M9018B only) M9022A PXIe system module: single port (x8), Gen 3 M9023A PXIe high performance system module: dual port (x16) Gen 3 M9024A PXIe high performance system module with connectivity expansion: two gigabit LAN, two USB 3.0, four USB 2.0, GPIB 14 | Keysight | M9018B and M9019A PXIe Chassis - Data Sheet Evolving Since 1939 Our unique combination of hardware, software, services, and people can help you reach your next breakthrough. We are unlocking the future of technology. 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