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PRODUCT OVERVIEW
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4.3.2 Extending FPDP
The maximum allowable length for FPDP cables ranges from 1 m to 5 m depending upon its
configuration. The FibreXtreme SL240 PCIe system provides a communication link that extends
the reach of FPDP while retaining simplicity, high bandwidth, and reliability. This concept is
shown in Figure 2-3. The type of transceiver used determines the distance the FPDP cards can
be separated. See
section 2.2.1 , Media Options, for details on transceivers. Using fiber optics
provides electrical isolation.
Figure 2-3 FibreXtreme SL240 PCIe Extending FPDP
4.4 Topologies
4.4.1 Typical Topologies
There are four typical topologies for the SL240 PCIe card. These topologies should cover most
customer applications, if another topology is desired contact Curtiss-Wright Technical Support to
see if it is possible. The topologies are:
· Point-to-point
· Chained
·
Single Master Loop
· Multiple Master Loop