4.2.6
ControlNet Network
A ControlNet Network is a single coaxial trunk cable broken up into segments interconnected by links.
Node Connections to the network are created through a Tap and drop cable. Repeaters are used to link
segments together and for changes in media from coax to fiber optic. All points on the network must
either have an interface card or a terminator. Terminators are comprised of termination resistors, which
are used to mark the beginning and end of a trunk segment and Tap Dummy Load(TDL) which
terminate a drop cable when no node is present. The model number for the ControlNet Universal
Interface is TC-PCIC02-100.
TIP
Controlnet Network interface must be connected to T610 Honeywell Server using Magma PCIe
to PCI converter box. For more information on how to connect, refer to the Magma PCI Expansion
Chassis Installation Instructions (PE4DR-HNWL) supplied with the Magma hardware kit.
4.3
Configuring ControlNet interface card using Dell PCIe
riser card inside Dell PowerEdge R710 server
To configure ControlNet interface card using Dell PCIe riser card you must remove the existing PCIe
riser and replace it with a new PCIe riser card inside Dell PowerEdge R710 server.
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