HP 16500B manual To connect the HP 16501A Expansion Frame

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To connect the HP 16501A Expansion Frame

To connect the HP 16501A Expansion Frame

The HP 16501A Expansion Frame includes an interface cable and requires an HP 16500L interface module to connect to the HP 16500B mainframe. To install the expansion frame, you need to install the interface module into the mainframe, then connect the cable from the module to the expansion frame.

Electrostatic discharge can damage electronic components. Use grounded wriststraps and mats when performing any service to this card.

1Turn off the mainframe power switch, then unplug the power cord. Disconnect any input connections.

2Verify that the line select switch located on the rear panel of the expansion frame is in the off position.

3Install the HP 16500L interface module into the mainframe.

The procedure for installing the HP 16500L is on page 2–7.

4Connect the interface cable to the expansion frame and to the interface module in the mainframe.

To ensure correct insertion, the 68-pin "D" connectors on each end of the interface cable are asymmetric in shape. They only fit into their respective ports on the cards when oriented to match the shape of the ports.

When connecting the interface cable, you will hear two clicks. Make sure the cable connector is properly seated into the port by pulling the connector without pressing the release tabs. If the connector is properly seated, it will remain connected to the port.

5Turn on the system.

a Connect a power cord to each frame.

b Turn on the line switch located on the rear panel of each frame.

c Turn on the power standby switch located on the front panel of the mainframe.

When the power-up tests are complete, the mainframe screen shows "Master Frame" in a blue field.

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