Step 5: Install the cables

To use the front and back SB1394/ FireWire connectors on the External I/O Module, you must connect the AD_LINK 1 and AD_LINK 2 connectors on both the audio card and the External I/O Module.

If your computer chassis blocks the AD_LINK cable from connecting to the audio card:

1)Unscrew and loosen the card from the PCI slot

2)Insert the AD_LINK cable

3)Reinstall the card securely into the PCI slot.

If the AD_LINK cable is too long, coil it gently to prevent damage to the delicate wires inside the cable.

1.Connect the AD_LINK 1 connectors on the AD_LINK cable first. With the connector’s side springs pressed down, push the connector until it clicks firmly into place on both the audio card and the External I/O module.

2.Connect the AD_LINK 2 connectors at both ends. See Figure 2-5.

3.Locate the supplied power converter cable. Insert the small white connector into the audio card's power connector.

4.Connect the other end of the power convertor to an available power supply cable from your computer's power supply unit.

Note: Make sure that the power cable connected to the audio card is not shared with other devices like disk drives.

To system power supply

 

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CD-ROM or DVD-

 

 

 

 

 

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ROM drive

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

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Power converter

 

 

 

 

 

 

 

CD_SPDIF connector

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Side spring

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Figure 2-5: Connecting the cables to the audio card.

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