8-port Serial PCI ACC Multiplexer Installation & Service Guide (30291-90508)

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Hardware Installation

Installing the 8-Port PCI ACC Multiplexer

The three major steps to installing the 8-Port PCI ACC Multiplexer are:

• Install the MUX card into the HP e3000 computer.

• Install the Interchange Panel(s) to the computer’s rack.

• Cable the two together.

CAUTION The interface cables should be secured to prevent strain to the I/O card

connector and panel connectors. The cables are heavy and apply

signiﬁcant force on the connectors. Use appropriate cable management

to relieve strain on the connectors.

Install the MUX Card into the HP e3000 Computer

1. Notify users of a shutdown and shut down the computer.

2. Turn off power switch and remove electrical power to the system.

3. Plug the printed circuit card into an available PCI slot, following the

instructions for that HP e3000 computer (e.g., an “N” class server).

CAUTION Be sure to observe the anti-static precautions while handling and

installing the MUX card.

Install the Interchange Panel(s)

1. Place the rack mounting plate into the computer rack, so that the

large holes on the sides of the plate are aligned with holes on the

computer rack channels, refer to Figure 2-1.

Figure 2-1 Rack Mounting Plate