Title Page COMMUNICATIONS SERVER FOR M INSTALLATION GUIDE MicroMMAC 22ES 10BASE-T HUB WITH PORT 12 11 10 9 8 7 6 5 4 3 2 1 DISPLAY RESET COM 2 COM 1 ICRO LANVIEW® ATTN STATUS SETUP 2 1 M INT...
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NOTICE Cabletron Systems reserves the right to make changes in specifications and other information contained in this document without prior notice. The reader should in all cases consult Cabletron Systems to determine whether any such changes have been made. The hardware, firmware, or software described in this manual is subject to change without notice.
FCC NOTICE This device complies with Part 15 of the FCC rules. Operation is subject to the following two conditions: (1) this device may not cause harmful interference, and (2) this device must accept any interference received, including interference that may cause undesired operation.
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SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS FOR CANADA The Industry Canada Department’s label identifies certified equipment. This certification means that the equipment meets certain telecommunications network protective, operational and safety requirements. The Department does not guarantee the equipment will operate to the user’s satisfaction. Before installing this equipment, users should ensure that it is permissible to be connected to the facilities of the local telecommunications company.
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This digital apparatus does not exceed the Class A limits for radio noise emissions from digital apparatus set out in the Radio Interference Regulations of the Industry Canada. Le présent appareil numérique n’émet pas de bruits radioélectriques dépassant les limites applicables aux appareils numériques de la class A prescrites dans le Règlement sur le brouillage radioélectrique édicté...
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SPECIAL INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS CAUTION: THIS MODEM CARD IS INTENDED TO BE INSTALLED IN CSA CERTIFIED/UL LISTED EQUIPMENT BY QUALIFIED SERVICE PERSONNEL. CHECK THE EQUIPMENT OPERATING/INSTALLATION INSTRUCTIONS AND/OR EQUIPMENT MANUFACTURER TO VERIFY/CONFIRM YOUR EQUIPMENT IS SUITABLE FOR INSTALLED APPLICATION CARDS. CAUTION: ALWAYS DISCONNECT MODEM BOARD (THE ONE WITH THE TELEPHONE PLUG/JACK) FROM THE TELEPHONE SYSTEM WHEN INSTALLING UPGRADE OPTIONS OR WHEN THE COVERS ARE REMOVED FROM THE HOST PRODUCT.
GENERAL Welcome to the Cabletron Systems Micro-CS User’s Guide. Read through this manual to gain an understanding of the features and capabilities of the Micro-CS. A general knowledge of Ethernet and IEEE 802.3 type data communications networks and their physical layer components will be helpful when installing the Micro-CS.
Chapter 1: Introduction DOCUMENT CONVENTIONS The following conventions are used throughout this document: Note symbol. Calls the reader’s attention to any item of NOTE information that may be of special importance. Caution symbol. Contains information essential to avoid damage to the equipment. CAUTION Electrical Hazard Warning symbol.
The Cabletron Micro-CS is a Xylogics Remote Annex 2000 compatible, multi-port communication server designed to reside in the MicroMMAC series of stand-alone hubs. The Micro-CS integrates a communication server with remote dial-in/dial out access, dial-up routing, and terminal and communications access capabilities into the MicroMMAC.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1.5.3 Terminal and Communications Access The Micro-CS provides terminal and communications access to users on a local area network. The Micro-CS can connect up to 7 asynchronous serial devices to host computers on a LAN. 1.5.4 System Description The Micro-CS is a powerful 32-bit device that comes with an Intel 80486 SXLC2 clock-doubled processor.
Chapter 1: Introduction 1.5.6 System Status LEDs The front panel LEDs provide information on system status and activity. SETUP (green) ATTN (amber) STATUS (green) (green) (green) PORT (green) Table 1-1 : System LEDs On when Setup button has been pressed within 3 seconds of Setup, indicating Port 1 is now a console port.
1.5.7 Modem Status LEDs The modem LEDs provide information on modem activity (green) (green) (green) (green) (green) 1.5.8 SETUP Switch The SETUP button allows you to change the operational mode of the Micro-CS from Normal to Test. It also functions as a Reset button (see Note below).
Chapter 1: Introduction 1.5.10 Console Port The Micro-CS uses port 1 as a console port during SETUP. To access the console port, press the Setup switch within 3 seconds of powering-up. The console port provides access to the ROM Monitor commands when the Micro-CS is in set up mode.
MICRO-CS INSTALLATION GENERAL The Micro-CS comes factory installed in the MicroMMAC as a MicroCS-T-22ES, or MicroCS-LT-22ES, or can be ordered seperately as an upgrade kit, part number MICRO-CST-UGK or MICRO-CSLT-UGK. If you have the upgrade kit, please refer to Appendix E for installation instructions.
Chapter 2: Micro-CS Installation Press SETUP within 3 seconds of powering up to put the Micro-CS into ROM Monitor mode. You can also reset the Micro-CS and enter the ROM Monitor mode by pressing the SETUP switch for at least three seconds, until the SETUP LED flashes indicating a reset.
Table 2-1 Line Speed 50 to 19.2kbps 38.4kbps 57.6kbps 115.2kbps If you exceed these recommended cable lengths, you must NOTE compensate for any resulting problems by reducing the baud rate, using low capacitance cable, etc. Exceed these distances at your own risk. POWER-UP AND TEST Power up the MicroMMAC in accordance with the instruction found in the MicroMMAC user documentation.
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Chapter 2: Micro-CS Installation Next, the Micro-CS runs diagnostic tests causing the NET indicator to flash. If the diagnostics complete successfully, the STATUS and ATTN indicators light, and the ROM Monitor prompt ( appears on the terminal. The tests complete in approximately one minute.
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Record the Ethernet address of the Micro-CS for future reference. At the monitor prompt, type addr -d and press the Return key. The display looks like this: monitor:: addr -d Ethernet address (hex): 00-80-2D-00-18-B6 Internet address: <uninitialized> Subnet mask: 255.255.0.0 Broadcast address: 0.0.0.0 Preferred Load Host address: <any host>...
Chapter 2: Micro-CS Installation At the monitor prompt, type “ping” and then specify the IP address of the remote device. Specify the number of bytes per packet, and the number of packets to be sent. The ping command display looks like this: monitor:: ping 134.141.72.165 PING 134.141.72.165: 64 data bytes...
microcs default:\ :sm=255.255.255.0:gw=132.245.22.66:\ :hn:vm=auto:to=-18000: terminator:\ :ht=1:ha=00802d004879:ip=132.245.22.6 :tc=microcsdefault: In the previous example: • sm is the subnet mask; • gw is the load/ dump gateway address; ht is host type (1=Ethernet); • ip is the Micro-CS’s Internet Address; ha is the Micro-CS’s hardware address (Ethernet Address);...
Chapter 2: Micro-CS Installation The only boot information that RARP provides is the Micro-CS’s Internet address. The ROMs save this information in the inet_addr parameter. The ROMs use default information for the subnet mask and preferred load host. This means the ROMs will broadcast their request. The host serving the Micro-CS its boot information must be running on the same network as the Micro-CS because the Micro-CS only broadcasts BOOTP and RARP queries.
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Use the slip command to modify the port parameters for the SLIP network interface (see the slip command in Chapter 3). Use the sequence command to list the SLIP network interface in the load/dump interface list (see the sequence command in Chapter 3). Execute the boot command (see the boot command in Chapter 3).
CHAPTER 3 ROM MONITOR COMMANDS GENERAL This chapter describes the ROM Monitor commands. These commands are accessed through a terminal connected to port 1 when the Micro-CS is in SETUP mode. Pressing the SETUP switch within 3 seconds of powering up puts the Micro-CS into Set Up mode. The ROM Monitor commands allow you to set a number of EEPROM parameters.
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Chapter 3: ROM Monitor Commands Table 3-1 Displays and sets EEPROM values relevant to network addr [-d] addressing, including the Micro-CS’s Internet address. Manually boots and loads the Micro-CS’s operating boot [-v] [<file>] code. Erases the existing Flash memory and copies a new boot [-l] [<file>] image to Flash.
COMMANDS Following is an explanation of each of the ROM monitor commands, syntax and other usage information. 3.2.1 addr The addr command displays and sets several Micro-CS operating parameters (EEPROM values) relevant to IP network addressing: • Internet address. • Subnet mask.
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Chapter 3: ROM Monitor Commands The addr command display looks like this: monitor:: addr Enter Internet address [<uninitialized>]:: 192.9.200.214 Internet address: 192.9.200.214 Enter Subnet mask [255.255.0.0]:: Enter Broadcast address [0.0.0.0]:: 192.9.200.0 Broadcast address: 192.9.200.0 Enter Preferred Load Host address [<any host>]:: 192.9.200.88 Preferred Load Host address: 192.9.200.88 Enter Preferred Dump Host address [0.0.0.0]:: 192.9.200.88 Preferred Dump Host address: 192.9.200.88...
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The Micro-CS must have an Internet (IP) address in its memory before it can load its operational image across the Ethernet via the IP protocol. Therefore, you must enter the IP address before booting the Micro-CS from a UNIX load host. If you do not define an IP address for the Micro-CS, it will attempt to learn the address using BOOTP or RARP.
Chapter 3: ROM Monitor Commands 3.2.2 boot The boot command requests the loading of appropriate Micro-CS operating software from the preferred load host. The command syntax is: boot [–lv | filename] –l command is supported only if the self-boot option The boot NOTE (Flash) is installed.
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During a boot, the console may display four possible status symbols: “.” indicates received data blocks, “?” indicates unanswered requests, “*” indicates transmission errors, and “! ~XXXX~” is a status word from the Ethernet chip on the Micro-CS indicating a gross problem with the Ethernet connection (if this symbol appears in your boot command display, contact technical support).
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Chapter 3: ROM Monitor Commands The boot command display (using bfs) looks like this: monitor:: boot Enter boot file name[(ip) “oper.56.enet”,\ (mop) “OPER_56_ENET.SYS”]:: Requesting default boot file “OPER_56_ENET.SYS” for MOP/VMS\ loads and “oper.56.enet” for all other protocols. Unanswered requests shown as ‘?’,transmission errors as ‘*’. Requesting boot from 192.9.200.88 via Ethernet...
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The boot –l command downloads and saves the operational image to non-volatile memory, erases the existing Flash memory, copies the new image from non-volatile memory to Flash memory, and then executes the image. The boot –l command is supported only if the self-boot option NOTE is installed.
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Chapter 3: ROM Monitor Commands Only use the boot -l command when reloading your Flash NOTE memory (e.g., when upgrading to a new version of software). Make sure that you have a properly configured load host available or you will erase your image from Flash and will not be able to load a new one.
3.2.3 config The config command displays the Micro-CS’s total number of ports, total amount of memory, the ID number, the serial number, the major and minor hardware revision numbers, and the ROM software revision number. The config command display contains information describing whether or not Flash ROM is installed.
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Chapter 3: ROM Monitor Commands The command display looks like this: monitor:: console-baud Remote Diagnostic Test Mode In order to use the remote diagnostic functionality, you must first connect a modem to the console port of the Annex. The modem should be configured such that DTR is forced on, carrier detect and DSR are set normal, and auto-answer is enabled.
From the remote site: • Dial into the modem connected to the Micro-CS. • Type RETURN until the monitor prompt appears. 3.2.5 erase The erase command erases the contents of non-volatile memory, including the Micro-CS’s IP address. This command also restores the parameters to their factory defaults.
Chapter 3: ROM Monitor Commands If the self-boot option is not installed, the command display looks like this: monitor:: erase Erase all non-volatile EEPROM memory? (y/n) [n]:: y Erasing <16352 or 8160 bytes> of non-volatile memory. Please wait ..
Chapter 3: ROM Monitor Commands –d command displays the current settings for all of the entries. The command display looks like this: monitor:: ipx -d IPX preferred load file server: "MARS" IPX Frame type: “802.3” IPX dump user name: "SUSANS" IPX dump password: <SET>...
3.2.10 mop The mop command sets the MOP load/dump address. This is useful when the loading the Micro-CS’s operational image from a VAX VMS load host. The command syntax is: mop [–d] The mop command display looks like this: monitor:: mop Enter preferred MOP load/dump address [<uninitialized>]:: Load Broadcast Y/N [Y]:: command displays the current MOP settings:...
Chapter 3: ROM Monitor Commands If the unit passes this test, the console displays PASSED. If the Micro-CS fails, the console displays an error message. Failing this test indicates that the Micro-CS failed to communicate with the MicroMMAC. Contact Cabletron Systems Technical Support. 3.2.12 option_key The option_key command loads an option key from the ROM monitor.
The optional npackets entry is the number of packets to transmit. If you specify npackets, then you must also specify a data_size. command display looks something like this: ping monitor:: ping 132.245.33.69 PING 132.245.33.69: 64 data bytes To exit out of either wait for npackets to be transmitted or, at any ping point, type...
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Chapter 3: ROM Monitor Commands monitor:: ports Individual Port Tests (Data and Control Lines) Some important notes: - All Serial Ports (1-7) which are to be tested require a loopback plug in order to pass the Data Line and Control Line loopback tests.
3.2.15 sequence The sequence command edits the load/dump interface list. This list determines the order of the network interfaces, and either the local area network (LAN) or the SLIP interface the Micro-CS will use for loading and dumping. The default, net, uses the LAN interface. The list can contain up to four interfaces.
Chapter 3: ROM Monitor Commands If you enter the command with the –d argument, the console displays the current load/dump interface list. You cannot specify both the –d argument and the interface list with the same command. The sequence –d command display looks like this: monitor:: sequence -d Interface sequence: sl12,net...
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Table 3-2 . The slip Command Prompts Prompt Allow SLIP on this port Enter local endpoint address Enter remote endpoint address Enter remote load/dump host address Should this interface be used for memory dumps Enter the baud rate Enter the number of stop bits Enter the parity Micro-CS Installation Guide...
Chapter 3: ROM Monitor Commands The slip command automatically sets the number of data bits to 8 for all SLIP interfaces. The number of data bits does not include the start, stop, or parity bits. The slip command display looks like this: monitor:: slip Line number (1-16):: 6 Allow SL/IP on this port? (y/n) [n]:: y...
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The stats command display looks like this: monitor:: stats Ethernet Statistics Frames Received: CRC Errors: Alignment Errors: Resource Drops: Bus Wait Drops: Bad Types/Lengths: Statistic Frames Received CRC Errors Alignment Errors Resource Drops Bus Wait Drops Bad Types/ Lengths Frames Sent Carrier Sense Losses Micro-CS Installation Guide...
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Chapter 3: ROM Monitor Commands Table 3-3 . Network Statistics (Continued) Statistic Description The number of times packets could not be transmitted Clear to Send because the Micro-CS lost the Clear to Send signal – Losses usually the result of excessive traffic. The number of times the Micro-CS had to retry transmissions automatically –...
TROUBLESHOOTING PROCEDURES GENERAL The Micro-CS’s front panel displays 4 system indicators and 9 status indicators. The system indicators are labeled STATUS, NET, ATTN, and SETUP. The status indicators are labeled 1 through 7, M(odem), and INT. The system indicators provide information about normal operations and about problems that occur.
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Procedures 4.2.1.1 Normal Mode Error-free Sequence Table 4-1 summarizes the indicator display sequences during error-free power-up in normal mode. Table 4-1 Normal Mode Error-free Indicator States Activity N1: Indicators OK N2: Hardware OK Key: = On continuously = Flashing regularly (about 1Hz) Activity N1: Testing Indicators All front panel indicators light for a few seconds then all turn off,...
Table 4-2 Normal Mode Error Indicator States Activity NE2: Hardware failure NE5: Booted wrong image Key: = On continuously = Flashing regularly (about 1Hz) Activity NE2: Hardware Failure The ROM diagnostics detected a Micro-CS hardware problem requiring service. Call technical support. Activity NE5: Booted Wrong Image The Micro-CS has just loaded an inappropriate image.
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Procedures 4.2.1.3 SETUP Mode Error-Free Sequence Table 4-3 summarizes the indicator sequences that display in SETUP mode during an error-free start-up. A description of each sequence follows Table 4-3. Table 4-3 SETUP Mode Error-Free Indicator States Activity T1: Testing Indicators T2: Testing hardware T3: At monitor prompt...
4.2.1.4 Set Up Mode Error States Table 4-4 describes the state of the indicators if errors occur at different stages of the start-up process. For example, if the Micro-CS fails while testing the hardware (state T2), the error condition is hardware failure TE2.
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Procedures The Micro-CS generates a boot error report only if it opens the NOTE boot file and an error occurs during the boot process. Generally, two problems cause boot failures: the Micro-CS is not configured properly, or the load server host is not responding. The Micro-CS requests a boot either from a pre-defined load host, or by broadcasting its boot request.
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The error count pinpoints the error that caused the boot failure. For example, if the boot failed during a Read Request due to excessive Expedited Remote Procedure Call (ERPC) layer errors, the Errors from Last ERPC Layer Invocation lists only errors that occurred during the failed Read Request.
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Procedures Table 4-7 Errors from Last ERPC Layer Invocation H/W errors Msgs from wrong host Rsp T/O’s Msgs of wrong type CORRECTING MICRO-CS PARAMETERS The following parameters must accurately reflect both the Micro-CS and the network environment in which it operates: •...
• Unless otherwise stated, if you are using a SLIP interface to boot the Micro-CS, verify the following using the slip command: The port is configured as a SLIP interface. The Internet address for the SLIP network interface. The Internet address for the remote end of the SLIP connection. The Internet address for the load/dump host (this must be specified if the remote end is a gateway and not a load host).
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Procedures UNIX Host on the LAN When troubleshooting a UNIX host on the LAN, make sure • The host is booted and functioning properly. • The host can communicate with other network nodes using standard UNIX networking features and utilities. •...
UNIX Host on a SLIP Interface When troubleshooting a UNIX host at the end of a SLIP network interface, make sure • The host is booted and functioning properly. • The SLIP link is connected correctly. • The Internet addresses are correct for both sides of the SLIP link. •...
Chapter 4: Troubleshooting Procedures Be aware that the Micro-CS can only boot another Micro-CS that has the same configuration. Thus, a Micro-CS with only 2MB of RAM and no option keys enabled cannot boot a Micro-CS with 4 MB of RAM and the IPX option enabled.
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The assigned name depends on the number of characters per file name that the dump host supports. For hosts supporting file names longer than 14 characters (e.g., BSD hosts), dump files are named dump.addr. The file extension addr is the Micro-CS’s Internet address. For hosts that limit file names to 14 characters (e.g., System V hosts), a dump creates two additional directories under /usr/spool/erpcd/bfs.
PORT PIN/SIGNAL ALLOCATIONS GENERAL This appendix identifies the signals and the associated pins used by the following Micro-CS ports: • Console • Serial Port 1 of the Micro-CS serves as a console port only during Set NOTE Up. At all other times, port 1 acts as a serial port. CONSOLE PORT When the Micro-CS is in SETUP mode, port 1 becomes the console port.
Appendix A: Port Pin/Signal Allocations Figure A-1 RJ45 Console Port Receptacle SERIAL PORT The following table provides pinout information for the Micro-CS serial ports. Table A-2 RJ45 Serial Port Pin/Signal Allocations LAN NETWORK PORT There are two ways to connect to the network with the Micro-CS: Through an RJ45 connector to the MicroMMAC internal AUI, or through an RJ45 mounted on the front panel.
Signal LINKUP LINKDN Table A-4 Front Panel 10BASE-T RJ45 Signal MODEM PORT The modem network interface supports an RJ11 connector with the following pinout: Table A-5 Modem Port Pinouts Micro-CS Installation Guide Table A-3 Internal AUI RJ45 Direction Direction RJ11 Pin Signal Ring Modem Port...
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Appendix A: Port Pin/Signal Allocations Table A-5 Modem Port Pinouts RJ11 Pin Signal Micro-CS Installation Guide...
GENERAL This appendix describes the wiring for the following connectors: • DTE (Cabletron part number 9372074) for DB25 female • DTE (Cabletron part number 9372082) for DB25 male • DTE (Cabletron part number 9372076) for DB9 female • DCE (Cabletron part number 9372083) for DB25 female •...
Appendix B: Connectors ADDITIONAL CABLETRON CABLES AND CONNECTORS Micro-CS to Micro-CS Rollover Cable: part number 9360167-XX Micro-CS to RJ45 Console Connector: part number 9360166-XX Micro-CS to DB9 Console Connector: part number 9372087 Micro-CS Installation Guide...
FLASH UPGRADE INSTRUCTIONS GENERAL The Micro-CS flash upgrade kit allows you to add flash memory to your existing Micro-CS by adding a flash daughter card. These installation instructions provide the following: • Kit contents • Required tools • Installation instructions CONTENTS OF THE KIT Table C-1 lists the contents of the Micro-CS upgrade kit.
Appendix C: Flash Upgrade Instructions INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Observe all anti-static procedures when handling electronic equipment. CAUTION C.4.1 Installing the Flash Daughter Card Install the two (2) snap-in nylon standoffs through the holes in each corner of the flash daughter card. Align the connector of the flash daughter card with the J12 connector on the Micro-CS (see Figure C-1) and seat firmly ensuring that the nylon standoffs snap into their mating holes on the board.
C.4.2 Changing the Boot Method Attach a VT-100 type console terminal to port 1. Set this terminal to 9600, no parity, 8 data, 1 stop. Power-up the MicroMMAC with the Micro-CS installed. Immediately following the LED test (all turn on and then off), depress the SETUP switch on the Micro-CS using a thin tool and note that the SETUP indicator turns on.
MICRO-CS UPGRADE INSTALLATION GENERAL In most cases, the Micro-CS will come factory installed and preconfigured. However, because it is also available as an upgrade, this section details the installation of a Micro-CS into a MicroMMAC. See the appropriate appendices for the installation of additional memory and/or Flash upgrades.
Appendix D: Micro-CS Upgrade Installation The configuration of your Micro-CS will determine how the jumpers should be set. Table E-1 shows possible configurations and jumper positions. Table 4-1 Jumper Configuration Jumper Position REQUIRED TOOLS The only required tool is a phillips screwdriver. Description SIMM upgrade has been installed SIMMs are not present...
INSTALLATION PROCEDURE Please read all the installation instructions prior to performing the install to determine the correct steps for your configuration. Since the MicroMMAC can be configured with 24 ports, 2 EPIMs and a BRIM, some components may have to be removed in order to facilitate installation of the Micro-CS.
Appendix D: Micro-CS Upgrade Installation INSTALLING THE MICRO-CS UPGRADE Ensure that the power cord is removed from the unit before removing the cover. Do not remove any screws other than those necessary for this installation. Failure to follow these warnings may result in the presence of an electrical hazard. Remove the cover from the MicroMMAC.
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Remove screws securing the blank or the daughterboard to the motherboard. If you are removing the blank there are two screws. If you are removing the daughterboard, there are four screws (see Figure D-3). For the MicroMMAC-22E you will have to remove the two screws on either side of JP2 and replace with 1”...
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Appendix D: Micro-CS Upgrade Installation Figure D-4 : Micro-CS Installation Connect the RJ45 cable from the EPIM-3PS (or the BRIM) to the J3 jack on the Micro-CS. Check the alignment of the ports on the front panel. Insert screws through holes in the Micro-CS to the standoffs in the MicroMMAC and tighten.
POWER SUPPLY CORD The mains cord used with this equipment must be a 2 conductor plus ground type with minimum 0.75 mm square conductors and must incorporate a standard IEC appliance coupler on one end and a mains plug on the other end which is suitable for the use and application of the product and that is approved for use in the country of application.
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