Perle Systems Adaptors User Manual

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FAST Serial Adaptors User Guide
Installing host cards and distribution accessories

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Chapter 2 Installing drivers and host cards

3. Insert the PCI card you want to install into a vacant host card slot and secure in place as

shown in the next picture.

4. Repeat step

3.

until you have installed all the PCI cards you want.

5. Replace and secure the system cover.

Installation of PCI host cards is now complete. For further details about installing other host
cards types and distribution accessories, see

Distribution accessory guide

on page

80

.

Caution

Full anti-static precautions should be taken when handling host
cards.

Note

Do not turn on the power to your system until you have connected the distribution cable or
box you are using with this host card. See the following for details;

Connecting an 8 port distribution box fitted via hardwired flying lead

on

page

92

Connecting an 8 port octopus cable

on page

93

Connecting an 8 port distribution cable

on page

94

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