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Package Contents

(1) Magma  Chassis 

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) iPass PCIe Cable  (x8 or x16) 

(1) Magma PCIe Host Card (x8 or x16) 

(1) Power Cord for standard power 
(2) Power Cords for extra and redundant power 

ImPortant

See ESD warning on next page. Important safety, ESD, and other information on how to use this 
product is provided in the User Guide. This manual may be downloaded at www.magma.com/
support/manuals.

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Install Host Card and Connect Cables

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open Enclosure

Loosen the 2 thumbscrews that retain the top cover of the chassis.

2

remove Card Holder assembly

Remove the screw on the side of the card 
holder assembly and lift upwards.

Host Computer

Host Computer

Install the host card into an available PCI Express slot in your computer.  Secure the 
edge connector bracket with retaining screw. 

Install PCI Express® Cards

Quick Start Guide

ExpressBox 16 Basic 

Connect the cable to the back of the Magma chassis 
and connect power cord(s)

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Magma Chassis

Refer to the labeling on the backplane to determine electrical configuration of each slot.  
For trouble-shooting purposes, it is recommended to install a small number of cards 
and verify installation before installing the maximum number of cards. 

Re-install card holder assembly and position guides. The plastic guides can be removed 
and reversed for short cards. Tighten plastic guides with a screw driver.

ImPortant

If installing card that requires extra power, remember to connect any external DC power re-
quired for it to operate properly.

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