User guide

MultiArray User Guide

External Cabling

The descriptions below are appropriate for Multi-Tech products. For other vendor components,

refer to the user documentation for that component.

Note 1: Prior to making the external connections, make sure that the chassis cover has been

replaced and all retaining screws tightened.

Note 2: If you are using the MultiArray in tandem with the Multi-Tech Video/Keyboard/Mouse

Switch (model MS9E), refer to the MS9E Owner’s Manual for additional cabling instructions.

SBC Board Cabling

The SBC board cabling involves connection to the three bracket side connectors. The bracket

side connectors are:

• Video connector

• COM 1 connector

• Keyboard connector

Refer to the Pentium SBC Owner's Manual for more information on the SBC board connectors

and cabling.

NIC Cabling

Since there are a number of network protocols (e.g., Ethernet) as well as various NIC media

supported (UTP, coax, etc.) the list of connections may vary. A typical set of bracket side

connectors for an Ethernet connection are:

• Coax (BNC connector)

• UTP (RJ-45 connector)

Refer to the applicable NIC Owner’s Manual for more information on the NIC connectors and

cabling.

ISI Board Cabling

The ISI board cabling typically involves connecting an octopus cable to the DB-78 connector on

the ISI board. Attach the other ends of the octopus cable to the modems, multiplexers, X.25

PADS, etc..

Refer to the applicable ISI Owner's Manual for more information on the ISI board connectors and

cabling.