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IEEE 1394 Cable Connections
When an optional DVD writer is installed in a MediaDock 2+
enclosure, two IEEE 1394 bus connectors are provided on the rear of
the MediaDock 2+ enclosure. Use an IEEE 1394 interface cable to
connect the IEEE 1394 bus connector on the rear of the MediaDock 2+
enclosure to the Avid editing system.
shows the IEEE 1394
connections on the MediaDock 2+ enclosure.
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See the documentation supplied by your computer manufacturer for the
location of the IEEE 1394 connector on your Avid editing system.
Figure 4-8
Connecting the IEEE 1394 Cables
The IEEE 1394 standard supports hot-pluggable installation of
FireWire devices. This means you do not have to turn off the hardware
components in your system before connecting the IEEE 1394 cables.
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To avoid corrupting your work, Avid strongly recommends you quit
your Avid application software (and any other applications you
might have running) before connecting or disconnecting the IEEE
1394 cables.
IEEE 1394 interface
cable to Avid editing system
First MediaDock 2+
enclosure
IEEE 1394 daisy-chain
cable
Second MediaDock 2+
enclosure
