B.8 Link Card (External I/O Expansion Unit Connection Card) - Fujitsu SPARC ENTERPRISE M9000 Service Manual

B.8 Link Card (External I/O Expansion Unit
Connection Card)
The external I/O expansion unit connection card includes two link cards. One link
card is mounted on the host server. The other link card is mounted on the I/O boat.
The cards are supplied with a cable for connection.
FIGURE B-8
FIGURE B-8
The PCIB-EX has the following characteristics.
Active maintenance of a PCIB_EX is possible using the PHP function.
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Active installation or removal of PCI cards (including link cards) is possible using
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the PHP function.
The maximum cable length for a card is 25 m.
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shows the PCIB-EX.
External I/O Expansion Unit Connection Card (PCIB-EX)
Appendix B Components B-13