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Chapter 4 VXI-MXI-2/B Configuration and Installation
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VXIbus Slot 0/Non-Slot 0
The VXI-MXI-2/B is configured at the factory to automatically detect
if it is installed in Slot 0 of a VXIbus mainframe. With automatic Slot 0
detection, you can install the VXI-MXI-2/B into any VXIbus slot.
You can manually configure the VXI-MXI-2/B for either Slot 0 or
Non-Slot 0 operation by defeating the automatic-detection circuitry.
Use the three-position jumper W3 to select automatic Slot 0 detection,
Slot 0, or Non-Slot 0 operation. Figure 4-3 shows these three settings.
Warning: Do not install a device configured for Slot 0 into another slot without
first reconfiguring it to either Non-Slot 0 or automatic configuration.
Neglecting to do this could result in damage to the device, the VXIbus
backplane, or both.
a. Automatic Slot 0 Detection (Default)
b. Manual Slot 0 Configuration
c. Manual Nonslot 0 Configuration
Slot 0
Auto
Non
Slot 0
W3
Slot 0
Auto
Non
Slot 0
W3
Slot 0
Auto
Non
Slot 0
W3
Figure 4-3. VXIbus Slot Configuration