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
Connecting an 8 port distribution box fitted via hardwired flying lead
To allow 8 ports to be connected using a distribution box proceed as follows;
1. Install your 8 port AT or PCI FAST card using the procedures given in
Installing an 8 port AT host card
2. Turn off the power to your system.
3. Push fit the large connector on the end of the distribution box cable onto the card edge
connector.
4. Secure the connector in place in place using the screws provided as shown in the next
picture.
5. Connect peripherals to the required ports on the distribution box using DB25 connectors
provided.
6. Turn on the power to your system.
Push fit onto card
edge connector
Port numbers
labelled on unit
Connect peripheral cable
here via DB25 connectors