Connecting SCI Adapter Cards in a Three- or Four-Node Network

Perform the following steps to create a three- or four-node SCI network.

1. Position the nodes in the desired locations.

2. Use a separate 80-line SCI station cable to connect each SCI adapter card to a port on an SCI switch.

   You can connect any SCI adapter card to any switch port, but you should follow a logical order in making your connections. This will simplify network configuration and administration tasks. See Figure 2-2 and Figure 2-3 for connection examples.

3. Connect the node power cords to the appropriate power outlets.

4. Turn the node power switches on and boot the nodes.

   Figure 2-2 Examples of Three-Node Switched SCI Connections

   
   

Figure 2-3 Examples of Four-Node SCI Switched Connections