Connect the Cluster Cables

This section describes how to attach the three cluster cables to connect the two servers together for communication. These cables connect two serial links (outer connectors) and one Ethernet link (middle connector).

1. Locate PCIe card slot 2, which has three cluster connectors.

   To locate PCIe card slot 2, see Back Panel Status Indicators, Connectors, and PCIe Slots.

2. Identify the three cluster cables.

   These are straight-through Cat-5-or-better Ethernet cables, and are typically 1m in length.

3. Connect the cables as shown in the following figure. Both outside cables cross over, and the middle cable connects straight through.
   

   Figure 25 Connecting the Cluster Cables