Hardware Configuration and Installation
Chapter 2
VXI-SB2020 and NI-VXI for Solaris
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Polarized Cables
If you are using a MXIbus cable with a single connector on one cable end and a double connector
on the other end, it is a polarized cable that you must install correctly for the system to function
properly. Connect the end with the single connector to the SB-MXI and the end of the cable with
the double connector to the VXI-MXI. Be sure to tighten the screw locks to ensure proper pin
connection. See Figure 2-9.
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SB-MXI Interface
Figure 2-9. MXIbus Dual-Ended Cable Configuration
When you have properly connected the MXIbus cable, power on the VXI mainframe and the Sun
workstation. After all devices are powered on and running properly, you can run the the VXI
Resource Manager to configure the system.
