RadiSys EPC-5A, Hardware & Software Reference Manual

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Chapter 3: Installation
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Connecting Peripherals to the EPC-5A
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CAUTION
Do not plug in any cable connector into the front panel
connectors while the system is powered on. In general,
electronic equipment is not designed to withstand potential
damage that could arise from fluctuations in power. Never plug
in a serial or parallel device, keyboard, transceiver, monitor, or
other component while the system is on.
The final step of installation is connecting peripherals, typically a video display and
keyboard, but also perhaps a mouse, modem, printer, etc. Unless otherwise noted, all
connectors are compatible with those found on IBM-compatible desktop PCs, and
therefore pin-by-pin details are not given in this chapter. Pin-outs are specified in
Chapter 7, Connectors.
Monitor
Connection of a monitor requires the use of an EXM video controller. Consult the
video controller manual for details.
The monitor should be attached and powered on prior to applying power to the
EPC-5A. If this is not done, the EPC-5A cannot detect the monitor type and the
video adapter may not be initialized correctly.
Keyboard
The front panel contains a round 6-pin mini-DIN jack for connecting a keyboard. The
jack is compatible with that of some newer PCs, and is not compatible with the
previous style of larger 5-pin PC/AT keyboard connectors. However, an adapter
cable is provided with the EPC-5A so either type of PC keyboard can be used with the
EPC-5A.