Black Box SW487A-R2 manual Technical Description, Introduction

CHAPTER 2: Introduction

2.2.1 LCD PANEL

The 6 x 4 Electronic SCSI Switch features an easy-to-use, menu-driven LCD panel with soft-touch MENU, ENTER, and directional keys. The LCD is lighted, which allows for easy viewing and operation.

2.2.2FRONT-PANEL CONTROLS

•Set and configure SCSI ports.

•Set termination.

•Set switch number.

•View power-supply status.

•View internal temperature.

•Set internal-temperature alarm.

•Set serial-port configuration.

•Display SCSI-bus busy status.

•Display port configuration.

2.3 Technical Description

2.3.1AVAILABLE SCSI SWITCH INTERFACES

The 6 x 4 Electronic SCSI Switch is available in the following configurations:

•Single-ended/LVD interface (SW487A-R2)

•Differential interface (SW485A)

NOTE

Make sure that the SCSI Switch you’re installing is used with the appropriate interface. Single-ended/LVD and differential SCSI devices cannot be installed on the same switch unless a SCSI differential converter is used.

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