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The MDFipx kit includes Krone blocks and Champ connectors provided in separate
bags. There are two configurations:
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1MDFipx for IPx 500M and 500X
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2MDFipx for IPx 500M and 500X
This section describes how to attach the I/O cables (supplied by the customer) to
MDFipx units. In this configuration, the I/O cables are fabricated by the customer at
the customer’s site, and the MDFipx is supplied with sixteen Krone blocks for both
main and expansion cages.
Figure 5-14
displays the MDFipx frame supplied without Krone blocks or cables
attached.
Figure 5-14 MDFipx
Frame
1. Fabricate nine I/O cables for the main cage or ten I/O cables for the expansion
cage as follows (see
Figure 5-15
):
a. Determine the route of each I/O cable from the MDFipx to the relevant
peripheral card connection on the top section of the cage. Measure the longest
route taken by each cable.
b. Fabricate the Champ cable connection according to the color code provided in
Table 5-7 on page 5-25
(for the main cage) and
Table 5-8 on page 5-26
(for the
expansion cage).
2. Route the other end of the I/O cables through the MDF opening. See
Figure 5-15
.
3. Attach the end of the cable that includes the Krone blocks to the MDFipx frame.
5 MDFipx Field Assembly for Units without I/O Cables Supplied