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Enhancements to the 1784-pcmk/ b card, Enhancements to the 1784-pcmk/ b card -4 – Rockwell Automation 1784-PCMK PCMK Communication Card Installation Manual User Manual

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1-4 About the PCMK/B Card

Publication 1784-UM519C-EN-P - September 2006

Enhancements to the 1784-PCMK/ B Card

The 1784-PCMK/B card contains new enhancements that were not contained in the
1784-PCMK/A card. The PCMK/B card:

• is a 16-bit card.

• connects with a new series of cables using locking connectors.

• will work with newer notebook computers that use PCI bus technology.

• has new updated drivers.

• can be used in conjunction with the PCMK/A card.

Dual PCMK cards are not supported on all operating systems. Refer to
specific operating system chapters for details.

• contains DH+ support at 230 Kbps.

• contains remote I/O scanner capabilities.

IMPORTANT

The PCMK/B card will not connect with the Series A cables.
Please verify that you are using the correct Series B cables when
connecting to the PCMK/ B card.