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(2) Run the RS-232-C cable from the host to the LIU (or modem, for remote
All wiring and cabling should be routed and secured according to local
building and safety codes.
(3) Connect the RS-232-C cable to the LIU (or modems, for remote connections)
(4) Tighten the two screws on the RS-232-C cable.
(5) Power up and verify the operation of the computer according to the
Figure 12-4
Connecting a Host Computer to an LIU
Teladapt
Connector
Connecting a Nine-track Magnetic Tape Unit to an LIU (SASI
Version)
The SASI version of the Nine-track Magnetic Tape Unit requires a dedicated LAN
Interface Unit (LIU), which must be equipped with a Mag Tape Option Board. The
tape unit connects to port 04, which is one of the parallel ports on the option board.
The dedicated LIU is placed inside the tape unit's cabinet. (The SCSI version of the
Nine-track Magnetic Tape Unit does not require an LIU for connection to the
system. Instead, it connects directly to a Mass Storage SRU or other device on the
SCSI bus.)
This procedure describes how to:
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Connecting Peripherals, Hosts, and Modems to the LIU 107
want to refer to the manufacturer's documentation for a description of the
RS-232-C port.
connections) according to the floor plan and wiring drawings.
according to Fig. 12-4. Refer to the provisioning tables for the port assignments.
manufacturer's documentation.
Note: The communications parameters of the computer must be compatible
with those set for the communications link in System Administrative Services.
The system administrator sets up the parameters according to the Guide to
System Administrative Services, 450-1011-301.
3-Pair Twisted
Telephone Cable
place the LAN Interface Unit (LIU) inside the cabinet of the tape unit
- WARNING -
LAN
Interface
Unit
RS-232-C Cable
Host Computer
Practice 450-1011-201
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