Nvidia Mellanox ConnectX-6 MCX654106A-ECAT User Manual page 31

The Cabline harness marked with "WHITE" label should be connected to the connector on the
ConnectX-6 and PCIe card engraved with "White Cable" while the one marked with "BLACK" label
should be connected to the connector on the ConnectX-6 and PCIe card engraved with "Black Cable".
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The harnesses' minimal bending radius is 10[mm].
Installing the Card
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Applies to MCX654105A-HCAT, MCX654106A-HCAT and MCX654106A-ECAT.
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The installation instructions include steps that involve a retention clip to be used while
connecting the Cabline harnesses to the cards. Please note that this is an optional accessory.
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Please make sure to install the ConnectX-6 cards in a PCIe slot that is capable of supplying
the required power and airflow as stated in Specifications.
Connect the adapter card with the Auxiliary connection card using the supplied Cabline CA-II
Plus harnesses.
Step 1: Slide the black and white Cabline CA-II Plus harnesses through the retention clip while
making sure the clip opening is facing the plugs.
Step 2: Plug the Cabline CA-II Plus harnesses on the ConnectX-6 adapter card while paying
attention to the color-coding. As indicated on both sides of the card; plug the black harness to the
component side and the white harness to the print side.
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