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Chapter 1 Introduction to the Hardware Platforms
Figure 1-29. Citrix NetScaler MPX 5500, back panel
The following components are visible on the back panel of the MPX 5500:
wFour GB removable CompactFlash card that is used to store the NetScaler software.
wPower switch, which turns off power to the MPX 5500, just as if you were to unplug the power supply. Press the switch for five seconds to turn off the power.
wRemovable
wUSB port (reserved for a future release).
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wPower supply rated at 300 watts,
Citrix NetScaler MPX 5550 and MPX 5650
The Citrix NetScaler models MPX 5550 and MPX 5650 are 1U appliances. Each model has one
The following figure shows the front panel of the MPX 5550/5650 appliance.
Figure 1-30. Citrix NetScaler MPX 5550/5650, front panel
Depending on the model, the appliance has the following ports:
wRS232 serial console port.
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