Specifications

2 Hardware Installation 
2.1 Handling Precautions 
The MDR hardware components are sensitive to static electricity and can be 
damaged by a static discharge. Always wear a grounded anti-static wrist strap an
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use grounded, static protected work surfaces when touching the hardware
components. When the components are not in use, always keep them in the anti-
static protective envelope. 
2.1.1 Unpacking 
All precautions described above must be taken when unpacking the MDR module from 
its shipping package. Verify that no damage has occurred in the shipment. Refer to the 
packing list and verify that all items are accounted for. (Items may vary according to the 
MDR-2x0 product purchased.) 
Each shipment of an MDR board assembly comprises: 
1 MDR Board • 
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PMC Module(s) preinstalled on MDR board and firmware in FLASH 
Cables 
-  RS-232 cable 
-  Fibre Channel cable, 3m / 10’ 
-  FPDP 80-pin Ribbon cable w/ KEL connectors, 1m / 3.3’ 
Documentation - this User Guide- Quick Guide- MDR PMC Software License (one 
per PMC) 
The MDR Host Software (part # MDR-HOST-SW) on CD-ROM is ordered separately. 
10  MDR User Guide 
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