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Rack Mounting and Option Installation 39 Chapter 2
Installing the Backplane Connector Shields
This procedure describes how to install backplane connector shields
(kit p/n E8400-80918 in the Agilent E840xA mainframe. The shields are
Agilent’s implementation of VXI revision 1.4, specification B.7.2.3 which
ensures compliance with RFI levels specified in standards EN55011 and
CISPR11.
Note
A number of VXI instruments require shields for compliance with
EN55011 and CISPR11. Refer to the instrument documentation to
determine if shields are required.
WARNING
Do not install backplane connector shields while the mainframe
is turned on or plugged into an AC power source.
Parts List
The parts included in the E8400-80918 kit are shown in Table 2-6.
Procedure
1. Position the shields over the backplane connectors as shown in Figure
2-14. Two connector shields and four screws are required for each
slot.
Table 2-6. Agilent E8400-80918 Parts List
Quantity Description Part Number
54* Torx Head Screw - 4-20x.25 0624-0702
26 Backplane Connector Shield E1400-80601
* Includes two extra screws