Chassis and Module

Refer to Figure 34-1 on page 990. An IBA module is defined as an IBA device that installs in a slot of an IBA chassis. When an IBA module is inserted into an IBA chassis, it connects to the backplane via one or two connectors. Each of these connectors provides the following required signal groups (also see Figure 34-2 on page 991):

  • IBA Link signaling group. This is an IBA link connection to one of two possible ports on the module.

  • The Bulk Power group. Powers the module during normal operation. Supplied at 12V and converted on-board the module into the voltages required by the module's electronics.

  • The Auxiliary Power group. Powers the module management functions (even when Bulk Power is not available). Supplied at 5V and ...

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