ADLINK Technology PCIe-PXIe-8565, User Manual

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Getting Started 9
PCIe-PXIe-8565
2.5 Connecting the Host Computer and PXI Chassis
This section illustrates how to connect a PCIe cable assembly
between the the PCIe-8560 on your host computer and the
PXIe-8565 on the PXI chassis.
Figure 2-3: PCIe x1 Cable Assembly
1. Connect the cable assembly to the PCIe connector on
the bracket of the PCIe-8560 card installed on the host
PC.
2. Connect the other end of the cable assembly to the con-
nector of the PXIe-8565 module installed in the PXIe
chassis.
CAUTION:
Removing the PCIe cable assembly after the system is pow-
ered on may cause system errors or data loss. If the cable is
accidentally disconnected, reconnect it and reboot the host PC
and PXI chassis (Section 2.6 Power On/Power Off Sequence)..