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Connecting SCI Adapter Cards in a
Three- or Four-Node Network
Perform the following steps to create a three- or four-node SCI network.
1. Position the nodes in the desired locations.
2. Use a separate 80-line SCI station cable to connect each SCI adapter card to a
port on an SCI switch.
You can connect any SCI adapter card to any switch port, but you should follow
a logical order in making your connections. This will simplify network
configuration and administration tasks. See Figure 2–2 and Figure 2–3 for
connection examples.
3. Connect the node power cords to the appropriate power outlets.
4. Turn the node power switches on and boot the nodes.
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June 1999, Revision A