3. Installation. Black Box IC501A

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3. Installation

CHAPTER 3: Installation

3.1 Unpacking Your Extender

Unpack your SCSI Fiber Optic Bus Extender from its original shipping carton and check the contents. The package should include:

• (1) SCSI Fiber Optic Bus Extender

• (1) AC power cord (115 or 230 VAC, depending on what you ordered)

• This user’s manual

• 10-ft. (3-m) 9-pin male to 9-pin female RS-232 cable

• 9-pin male to 25-pin female RS-232 adapter

• SCSI Fiber Optic Bus Extender Control software

• Rackmount rails

• Desk-mount rubber feet

• Two loopback connectors

3.2 AC Line Voltage

The Extender can be externally connected to any AC input voltage between 100 and 240 volts. Unless otherwise specified, the Extender will be shipped with a 110volt power cord. Black Box offers a complete source of replacement power cords for most countries and appropriate voltages.

3.3 Placement

Place the Extender near the host computer and peripherals. Make sure the ventilation slots on the sides of the unit obtain adequate airflow. Do not place the

Extender on any devices that generate excessive heat.

3.4 Cable Recommendations

High-quality shielded SCSI cables will provide the greatest noise immunity and distance from the Extender to your peripherals. But in any case, no cables connected to the Extender may exceed 19.7 feet (6 meters) for single-ended or 82 feet (25 meters) for differential devices.

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