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B–13 – FUJITSU SPARC ENTERPRISE M8000 User Manual

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Appendix B

Components

B-13

B.8

Link Card (External I/O Expansion Unit
Connection Card)

The external I/O expansion unit connection card includes two link cards. One link
card is mounted on the host server. The other link card is mounted on the I/O boat.
The cards are supplied with a cable for connection.

FIGURE B-8

shows the PCIB-EX.

FIGURE B-8

External I/O Expansion Unit Connection Card (PCIB-EX)

The PCIB-EX has the following characteristics.

Active maintenance of a PCIB_EX is possible using the PHP function.

Active installation or removal of PCI cards (including link cards) is possible using
the PHP function.

The maximum cable length for a card is 25 m.