Instruction manual

TURBOchannel Overview
TURBOchannel Overview
What It Is
TURBOchannel is a high-performance module interconnect
technology that permits the use of graphics, multimedia,
and communications options. Refer to your Software Product
Descriptions (SPD) for available options.
Third-Party
Options
Although this chapter covers TURBOchannel option modules
manufactured by Digital, other companies have developed
modules that may be compatible with the system. Consult your
Digital sales representative for more information.
System
TURBOchannel
Slots
The system unit has six TURBOchannel option module slots:
three on the system module (left side of the system), and three
on the I/O module (right side of the system).
Note that, since Figure 6–1 shows the rear of the system, the left
side of the system is on the right side of the figure (slots 0, 1,
and 2), and the right side of the system is on the left side of the
figure (slots 3, 4, and 5).
6–2 TURBOchannel Options