Figure 2-17 Ethernet Switch Board with Fiber (ESBF, Part Number A5E02555919001)
Multiple Mode Use of ESBF
The unique dual edge connector allows the ESBF to be used in both the SYSCON2.1 and
legacy SYSCON. The ESBF may be installed in the following configurations:
● Default – In the default configuration, the ESBF installs in the network slot of the
SYSCON2.1 (far right slot 5). In this configuration the slot edge connector labeled
“SYSCON2.1 NETWORK SLOT” is used (the fiber optic connection is on the top in this
configuration).
● SYSCON2.1 Expansion – ESBF is capable of installing in one of the PCI slots (slots 1
through 4, counting from left) of the SYSCON2.1. This configuration is used in the
SYSCON2.1 when communicating with more than one SNE or when additional Ethernet
communication ports are required. In this configuration the ESBF is turned “upside-down”
and the “SYSCON/PCI SLOT” slot edge connector is used (the fiber optic connection is on
the bottom in this configuration).
● SYSCON1 Enhancement – ESBF installs in an empty PCI slot (slots 1 through 4, counting
from left). This allows the original SYSCON1 to communicate to more than one Ethernet
device at the same time (such as communication to a local laptop computer while still
connected to the network). This also allows for easy configuration to support fiber Ethernet
connection.
In this configuration the ESBF is turned “upside-down” and the “SYSCON/PCI SLOT” slot
edge connector is used (the fiber optic connection is on the bottom in this configuration).
To support the dual edge connector configuration, the ESBF is equipped with a special
reversible bracket. This bracket is detached and turned upside down when the board is
installed upside down in a PCI slot. To reverse the bracket, unscrew it and turn it upside down.
Then, connect the bracket using the opposite set of holes to align the bracket appropriately.
Electronic Compartment Component Descriptions and Maintenance Procedures
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