Cabling The Computer; Connecting External Options - IBM IntelliStation A Pro 6224 Hardware Maintenance Manual And Troubleshooting Manual

Cabling the computer

If the computer cables and connector panel have color-coded connections, match
the color of each cable end with the color of the corresponding connector. For
example, match a blue cable end with a blue panel connector, a red cable end with
a red connector, and so on.
Attention:
Figure 25 on page 56 shows the input/output (I/O) connectors on the rear of the A
Pro Type 6224 computer.
Depending on the video adapter installed in the computer and the monitor you want
to use, you might have to use special video cables that convert signals or provide
an additional connection point for dual-monitor capability. See the User's Guide on
the IBM IntelliStation Documentation CD and the documentation that comes with
the monitor for additional information.

Connecting external options

You can connect a number of optional external devices to the connectors on the
rear and front of the computer.
Complete the following steps to connect an external device:
1. Read the safety information in Appendix B, "Safety information," on page
2. Turn off the computer and all attached devices (see "Turning off the computer"
3. Follow the instructions that come with the option to prepare it for installation and
If you are attaching a SCSI device, see "Ultra320 SCSI connector" on page 59 for
SCSI ID and cabling information.
To prevent damage to equipment, connect the power cord last.
117,the guidelines in "Handling static-sensitive devices" on page 25, and the
documentation that comes with the options.
on page 5).
to connect it to the computer.
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