The following limitations currently apply to the DS830:
n Up to 4 (DS830/4), 8 (DS830/8) or 16 (DS830/16) dSPACE boxes
can be connected to one panel.
n The length of each connection is limited to
n 10 m (crossed‑over patch cable), and
n 100 m (fiber‑optic cable).
Therefore, the maximum distance between a host PC and a box is
200 m (DS830 connected to both the PC and the box via
fiber‑optic cables).
n DS830 panels cannot be cascaded, which means that you cannot
connect one DS830 to another. Each DS830 must be connected
directly to a link board (PC).
Limitations
For the specifications of the DS830, refer to DS830 MultiLink Panel
on page 242.
Data sheet
The DS830 is equipped with status LEDs: see DS830: Identifying the
Connection Status on page 78.
Status LEDs
Basics
• DS830: Identifying the Connection Status on page 78
HowTos
• How to Connect the DS830 on page 76
References
• DS830 MultiLink Panel on page 242
Related topics
How to Connect the DS830
To install the DS830, you have to connect it to the host PC and the
dSPACE boxes, and supply power to the panel.
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