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1. 8 g UUUUR Support Note If you are installing an Avid Pro ToolsIHDX PCle card you will need to disconnect the PCle card expansion module s dein auxiliary power wire harness plugged into the 6 pin connector indicated in Figure 6 Figure 6 and replace it with the one included with the Avid card 5 OPTIONAL STEP If you are installing BNC connectors into the PCIe card expansion module s mounting holes skip to the appendix at the end of the document for instructions Otherwise go to the next step Chapter 3 Mac Pro PCIe Cards and Enclosure Installation Steps 6 Remove a PCle card from its packaging handling the card by its edges and without touching any components or gold connector pins Support Note If you are installing an x8 PCle 1 1 card like the original Red Rocket not Red Rocket X or certain 10 Gigabit Ethernet cards installing it into slot 3 may result in reduced performance We recommend you install it into either slot 1 or 2 for best performance 7 Line up the card s connector with the slot and then gently but firmly press the card straight into the slot do not rock the card or force the card into the slot If you encounter excessive resistance check the card s connector and the slot for damage and then try inserting the card again Figure 7 8 Repeat steps 6 and 7 as necessary with any remaining cards 9 If you installed a card which2. ONNSS SIMPLY FAST www sonnettech com g lt tha A ul e G z e z e A G 5 E 7 ex t Z bolt 2 Ports PCI EXPHESS r fi User s Guide for Pro Server Thunderbol Mac Pro With Thunder 62 THUNDERBOLT Contents 1 2 Introduction and System Requirements xMac Pro Server Description External Features PCIe Card Expansion Module Additional Parts Mac Pro PCIe Cards and Enclosure Installation Steps Remove Computer Mounting and PCIe Card Expansion Modules B Install Cards Into PCIe Card Expansion Module C Install Mac Pro Into Computer Mounting Module D Install Computer Mounting Module and PCIe Card Expansion Module Verify Connections Using System Information A Verify xMac Pro Server is Recognized B Verify Installed Cards are Recognized Tips General Information and Known Issues Tips General Information Known Issues Specifications Precautions FCC Compliance and Support Information Specifications Safety Precautions FCC Compliance Contacting Customer Service Visit Our Website Appendix A BNC Connector Installation Steps 16 17 18 This page left intentionally blank Chapter 1 Introduction and System Requirements Congratulations on your purchase The xMac Pro Server is a Thunderbolt 2 to PCle card expansion sys
3. 10 Using one of the screws you removed previously loosely secure the front panel to the rackmount enclosure inserting the screw into the hole next to the power switch opening Verify the power switch operates smoothly Figure 18 11 Using the remaining screws secure the faceplate to the rackmount enclosure and then tighten the first screw you installed do not overtighten the screws Figure 18 12 OPTIONAL STEP Apply the bottom cover label to the Mac Pro by peeling off the backing material aligning the cutout the area without ink over the words Serial Number and the computer s serial number and making sure the words Pro appear level lt f fla t insert and Z f tighten first i y Figure 18 15 Chapter 4 Verify Connections Using System Information Verify the xMac Pro Server is Recognized 1 With the computer mounting module and PCle card expansion module powered and connected to each other via the included Thunderbolt cable turn on the computer 2 From the Apple menu select About This Mac the System Information application will launch 3 When the About This Mac window opens click More Info a summary of specifications will appear 4 Click System Report a full report window will appear 5 In the System Information window click Thunderbolt under the Hardware header in the left column Figure 19 6 In the top right column under the Thunderbolt Device Tree
4. wear an antistatic wrist strap while working inside the PCle card expansion module 1 Turn the PCIe card expansion module so the PCIe slots are facing up Figure 5 2 Loosen all three thumbscrews of the card bracket locking plate and then remove and set it aside Figure 5 3 Remove and set aside the port access covers Figure 5 I ure 5 WARNING When handling computer products take care to prevent components from being damaged by static electricity avoid working in carpeted areas Handle expansion cards only by their edges and avoid touching connector traces and component pins Also avoid touching the PCle card expansion module s circuit boards and any of its components 4 OPTIONAL STEP If you are installing a PCIe card which requires additional power and must be connected to auxiliary power locate the wire harness connected the 6 pin connector indicated in the graphic to the right Figure 6 Remove the cable twist tie securing the wire harness and move the loose connector aside for later connection Otherwise go to the next step Slot 1 Slot 2 x8 x16 Slot 3 x4 x8 x8 x8
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6. Server complies with Part 15 of the FCC Rules Operation is subject to the following two conditions This device may not cause harmful interference AND this device must accept any interference received including interference that may cause undesired operation Contacting Customer Service The Sonnet Web site located at www sonnettech com has the most current support information and technical updates Before you call Customer Service please check our Web site for the latest updates and online support files and check this User s Guide for helpful information When you call Customer Service have the following information available so the customer service staff can better assist you Product name Product serial number Date and place of purchase Computer model PCIe card models Operating system version Software firmware versions USA Customers If further assistance is needed please contact Sonnet Customer Service at Tel 1 949 472 2772 Monday Friday 7 a m 4 p m Pacific Time E mail support sonnettech com For Customers Outside the USA For support on this product contact your reseller or local distributor Visit Our Web Site For the most current product information and online support files visit the Sonnet Web site at www sonnettech com support Register your product online at http registration sonnettech com to be informed of future upgrades and product releases Appendix A
7. complete the PCle card installation steps Figure A 3 registered in the United States and other countries Thunderbolt 2 and the Thunderbolt logo are trademarks of Intel Corporation in the U S and or other countries Other product names are trademarks of their respective owners Product specifications subject 2015 Sonnet Technologies Inc All rights reserved Sonnet the Sonnet logotype Simply Fast the Simply Fast logotype Allegro Tempo xMac are trademarks of Sonnet Technologies Inc FireWire the Mac logo and OS X are trademarks of Apple Inc to change without notice Printed in the USA UG XMAC PRO E B 111815 SIMPLY FAST www sonnettech com eyeq pue OL SUIEN 101 10 Aq peubis esneo Aew jeu 5u i ji lu p A 959 1 Aue ydeo0e jsnui 2 5191 Z pue jnjuueu esneo jou S3IA p SIUL 1 suonipuoo OM 0 12efqns si 223 991 JO G Wed serduioo SIUL uomeunojui S enss 200 533 e21 eg g 55215 g 5 S Hed H39 27 994 6002 7 295 ISNV y slu uu uinb 1 y A JWAOJUOD SI 5141 U3IUA OL Sd
8. header you will see the computer followed by Echo Express III Figure 19 Support Note If Echo Express III is not listed disconnect and reconnect the Thunderbolt cable between the computer and computer mounting module Note that it is not necessary to shut down the computer before disconnecting and reconnecting the cable B Verify Installed Cards are Recognized 1 When a card is installed into one of PCIe card expansion module s PCIe slots the PCIe slot listed as a port the Status should appear as connected 2 Click PCI Cards under the Hardware header in the left column Figure 20 3 At the top of the right column installed cards are listed By selecting a card at the top detailed information is listed You should see Yes next to Driver Installed and Tunnel Compatible otherwise the card or driver may not be Thunderbolt compatible Figure 20 Support Note While PCle card expansion module requires no drivers installed cards require Thunderbolt compatible drivers to enable their use 16 Y Hardware ATA Audio Bluetooth Card Reader Diagnostics Disc Burning Ethernet Cards Fibre Channel FireWire Graphics Displays Hardware RAID Memory PCI Cards Parallel SCSI Volumes WWAN Wi Fi Software Accessibility Applications Components Developer Extensions Fonts Thunderbolt Bus Echo Express III Echo Express Ill Vendor Name Sonnet Technologies Inc Device Name Echo Expres
9. here cables attached to the back panel Chapter 2 xMac Pro Server Description PCIe Card Expansion Module 1 PCIe Card Bracket Locking Plate This plate secures PCIe cards and port access covers in place 2 Port Access Covers These cover openings when PCIe slots are unoccupied Slot 1 This is an x8 electrical x8 mechanical PCIe 2 0 slot It is also compatible with PCIe 1 1 and 3 0 cards 4 Slot 2 This is an x8 electrical x16 mechanical PCIe 2 0 slot It is also compatible with PCIe 1 1 and 3 0 cards 5 Slot 3 This is an x4 electrical x8 mechanical PCIe 2 0 slot It is also compatible with PCIe 1 1 and 3 0 cards 6 Thunderbolt Interface Card This card is installed in its own unique slot and may not be moved to another slot 7 6 Pin Auxilliary Power Connector Plugged into this connector is the auxiliary power cable for cards requiring extra power such as the Avid Pro ToolsIHDX or RED ROCKET X You may need to disconnect the cable plugged in to this connector and replace it with one that came with your card 8 PCIe Card Guides When installing full length cards use these to support and secure the cards 2 gt papapa Chapter 2 xMac Pro Server Description Thunderbolt Cable This cable connects the Mac Pro to the PCle card expansion module Thunderbolt Connector Retain
10. remove and set aside the five screws securing the PCIe card expansion module to the rackmount enclosure Figure 2 computer mounting module PCle card m 7 expansion module Chapter 3 Mac Pro PCIe Cards and Enclosure Installation Steps 5 Gently pull out the computer mounting and PCle card expansion modules through the front of the enclosure and then set them aside Figure 3 6 OPTIONAL STEP If you are going to install an optional Sonnet Mobile Rack Device Mounting Kit or Twin 10G 10 Gigabit Ethernet Thunderbolt 2 adapter remove the four screws securing the blank plate inside the enclosure using a Phillips screwdriver and then remove and set aside the blank plate Figure 4 extension rail 7 OPTIONAL STEP If you are installing the xMac Pro Server into a rack where mounting support for the back of the rackmount enclosure is not present you may slide out and remove the extension rails at this time If you purchased optional long rackmount extension rails Sonnet part number PRO RSS L remove the included rails and install the long ones at this time extension rail 8 Install the rackmount enclosure into the equipment rack now Chapter 3 Mac Pro PCIe Cards and Enclosure Installation Steps B Install Cards Into PCIe Card Expansion Module Support Note To avoid damaging components due to static electricity discharge
11. BNC Connector Installation Steps 1 Remove and set aside the two screws securing the Thunderbolt interface card to the PCle card expansion module Figure A 1 2 Gently push down on the edge of the card to disengage the card from its slot Figure A 1 3 Grasping the card by its edges rotate the card out of the module and then pull it out Figure A 2 Set aside the Thunderbolt interface card on flat level surface component side down 4 Insert the BNC connectors through the BNC connector mounting holes in the module Figure A 3 Route the cables out over the top of the PCle slot riser card 5 Slide the BNC connector nuts over the cables and then secure the connectors to the module Figure A 3 6 Grasping the Thunderbolt interface card by its edges insert the card back into the module Figure A 4 7 Line up the card s connector with the slot and then gently but firmly press the card straight into the slot do not rock the card or force the card into the slot If you encounter excessive resistance check the card s connector and the slot for damage and then try inserting the card again Figure A 5 8 Using the two screws you removed previously secure the Thunderbolt interface card to the module do not overtighten the screws Figure A 5 9 Return to step 6 on page 9 to
12. age Contents xMac Pro Server assembled Power cord Thunderbolt cable Locking HDMI cable ThunderLok Thunderbolt connector retainer clip 5 64 inch hex wrench Cover label for bottom of Mac Pro User s guide 1 Power supply will operate at 90 115V AC with linear power deration of 240W 300W over that range 2 Not compatible with optical Thunderbolt cables SAFETY PRECAUTIONS Please read this section carefully before proceeding These precautions explain the correct and safe use of this device thereby helping to prevent injury to you or others and also help you to minimize the risk of damaging the device Do not attempt to modify the enclosure If this device appears to be malfunctioning contact your reseller or local distributor Do not drop the system dropping or mishandling the enclosure or modules may result in a malfunction leaving the product inoperable Do not insert your fingers or foreign objects inside Do not expose the device to rain use it near water or containers that contain liquids which might spill into any openings or in damp or wet conditions If unusual smells sounds or smoke come from the device or if liquids enter it unplug it from the electrical outlet immediately Follow the instructions in this manual carefully contact your reseller or local distributor for additional advice not covered in this User s Guide 18 FCC Compliance xMac Pro
13. ckaging and then insert the connector into the connector clip as shown Figure 16 Note that the connector will pass all the way through the clip when you connect the cable to the chassis the clip will secure the cable 5 Plug in the included Thunderbolt cable to either Thunderbolt port on the PCIe card expansion module Figure 16 Secure the retainer clip to the expansion module if you attached it 6 OPTIONAL STEP If you are connecting a monitor with an HDMI input to the xMac Pro Server screw in the included standoff to the threaded hole just below the HDMI port on the back of the computer mounting module Figure 17 Then plug in the included HDMI cable to the computer mounting module s HDMI port securing the locking connector by turning its thumbscrew clockwise Plug in the other end of the cable to the monitor 7 Connect the Mac Pro s power cord between a wall outlet or power strip and the computer mounting module s power socket 8 Connect the included power cord between a wall outlet or power strip and the PCIe card expansion module s power socket Note that the power indicator on the xMac Pro Server will not light until the computer is powered on 9 Connect any remaining interface cables and devices to the computer mounting module and computer and to the PCIe cards installed in the PCIe card expansion module 14 Figure 16 Figure 17 Chapter 3 Mac Pro PCIe Cards and Enclosure Installation Steps
14. e openings in the module s top bracket Figure 9 10 Chapter 3 Mac Pro PCIe Cards and Enclosure Installation Steps 5 Adjust the Mac Pro within the computer mounting module so that its power and HDMI ports are centered in the bracket openings Figure 10 Figure 10 Support Note The Mac Pro is equipped with three Thunderbolt a 2 busses each with two ports Figure 11 The xMac Pro Server s PCle card expansion module connects to one of the ports with the 2 included Thunderbolt cable Sonnet recommends that whenever possible C you connect the PCle card expansion module to its own bus leaving the other Thunderbolt port on the bus unoccupied This will ensure the installed PCle cards get the full bandwidth of the bus Sonnet recommends r Thunderbolt Bus 1 m Thunderbolt Bus 2 you connect only one high bandwidth PCle device such as the PCle card Port Port2 Port4 expansion module and one display per bus S 7 E kaa BE o S r Thunderbolt Bus 0 Port5 2 i mmm demo Go w di 10700222200 Figure 11 11 Chapter 3 Mac Pro PCIe Cards and Enclosure Installation Steps 6 Connect the computer mounting module s Gigabit Ethernet HDMI power and USB 3 0 cables to the corresponding ports on the com
15. er Clip This secures a Thunderbolt connector plugged into the PCIe card expansion module s Thunderbolt port to prevent accidental cable disconnection This is not compatible with optical Thunderbolt cables 5 64 Inch Hex Wrench This tool is used to adjust the position of the computer mounting module s power switch set screw Locking HDMI Cable and Standoff This cable connects a monitor to the xMac Pro Server providing a secure connection to the computer mounting module s HDMI port The standoff provides the proper spacing between the locking connector and the computer mounting module Mac Pro Bottom Cover Label This label is applied to the bottom of the Mac Pro to cover its labeling except for the serial number and orient the words Mac Pro parallel to the xMac Pro Server enclosure Chapter 3 Mac Pro PCIe Cards and Enclosure Installation Steps A Remove Computer Mounting and PCIe Card Expansion Modules 1 Remove the xMac Pro Server from its packaging and then set it on a flat level surface 2 Using a Phillips screwdriver remove and set aside the six screws securing the front panel to the rackmount enclosure being careful to prevent the front panel from falling off Figure 1 Set aside the front panel Figure 1 3 Using a Phillips screwdriver remove and set aside the three screws securing the computer mounting module to the rackmount enclosure Figure 2 4 Using a Phillips screwdriver
16. nderbolt devices total in a daisy chain including the Apple Thunderbolt Display Because of the Mac Pro s inclusion of three Thunderbolt busses and six ports Sonnet recommends you connect additional Thunderbolt devices to the computer first before connecting them to the xMac Pro Server s open Thunderbolt port Using Expansion Cards Without User Installed Drivers Some Thunderbolt compatible expansion cards like Sonnet s Allegro FW800 PCIe FireWire adapter and Sonnet s Tempo SATA Pro 6Gb eSATA cards use drivers built into the OS Replacing or Adding Cards After Initial Installation If you decide to replace or add a card to the xMac Pro Server after the initial setup shut down the computer and then disconnect the power cord and Thunderbolt cables from the computer mounting module before installing a card KNOWN ISSUES Not all PCIe Cards Will Perform at 10096 Thunderbolt 2 s PCIe bandwidth is limited to 20Gbps While many cards will operate at full performance some may not due to the fact they require more bandwidth than Thunderbolt is capable of delivering OS X Updates May Break Compatibility Specific device drivers that work under one version of OS X may not work under a later version Before updating to the latest OS we recommend that you contact your PCIe cards manufacturers to verify that the existing drivers work with the new OS version Note that other software updates for the computer may also break com
17. patibility PCIe CARDS ARE NOT HOT PLUGGABLE Never install a PCIe card into the computer mounting module while it is connected to the Mac Pro or a power outlet If you do you risk injury and damage to the card module and computer 17 Chapter 6 Specifications Precautions FCC Compliance and Support Information Specifications Dimensions WxDxH 19 x 16 x 7 in 48 3 x 40 6 x 17 8 cm External Connectors Two Thunderbolt one open one used Two RJ 45 Gigabit Ethernet port extensions Four USB 3 0 port extensions one front mount and three rear mount One HDMI port extension One power C14 type One 6 pin Mini Fit Jr same type as on legacy Mac Pro motherboard provides up to 75W of power for PCIe cards that require supplemental power One power C13 type One x8 mechanical x8 electrical PCIe 2 0 One x16 mechanical x8 electrical PCIe 2 0 One x8 mechanical x4 electrical PCIe 2 0 One full length full height double width PCIe card plus one single width card Internal Connectors PCIe Expansion Slots PCIe Cards Supported Or Three full length full height single width PCIe cards Compatible PCIe Cards See Sonnet Website www sonnettech com Power Supply Universal 300W 115 230V AC 50 60 Hz Operating Temperatures 0 C to 35 C 32 F to 95 F Power Supply Universal 300W 115 230V AC 50 60 Hz RoHS Compliant Yes Pack
18. puter Figure 12 7 Connect the included Thunderbolt cable plus any other Thunderbolt cables to the computer and then secure them to the computer mounting module s cables Figure 12 8 Tighten the six screws securing the computer mounting module s top bracket to its bottom bracket Be certain to tighten the screws securely to prevent the computer from moving within the brackets Figure 13 9 Tighten the power button s set screw by turning it clockwise just until the top of the screw is flush with its housing Figure 13 10 Connect your computer s power cable to the computer mounting module s power port and to a powered outlet If the computer does not turn on by itself go to the next step If the computer does turn on by itself disconnect the power cable Loosen the set screw by turning it 1 4 turn counter clockwise Connect the power cable again and repeat this step until the computer does not turn on when the power cable is connected 11 Press the computer mounting module s power button and verify that it activates the Mac Pro s power switch and turns on the computer If the computer does not turn on tighten the computer mounting module 5 power button set screw by turning it 1 4 turn clockwise Press the computer mounting module s power button again If the computer turns on disconnect the power cable and continue to the next step Otherwise continue adjusting and testing until the computer turns on when you press
19. requires auxiliary power connect the auxiliary power connector to it now If you installed cables with BNC connectors into the chassis connect them to the card you installed 10 If there are any unoccupied slots install the port access covers you removed previously to cover any openings Figure 7 11 Secure the cards and port access covers using the previously removed PCIe card bracket locking plate Figure 7 12 Set aside the PCIe card expansion module for now Figure 7 Chapter 3 Mac Pro PCIe Cards and Enclosure Installation Steps C Install Mac Pro Into Computer Mounting Module 1 Using a Phillips screwdriver loosen but do not remove the six screws securing the computer mounting module s top bracket to its bottom bracket Figure 8 2 Using the included 5 64 inch hex wrench back out the computer mounting module s power switch set screw by turning the screw counter clockwise 10 complete turns Figure 8 WARNING Before inserting the Mac Pro into or removing it from the computer mounting module you must back out the power switch set screw to prevent damage to the computer and power switch L Ci TN N Z 3 Remove the Mac Pro from its packaging 4 Holding the computer with its ports facing up very carefully insert the computer top first into the computer mounting module as shown aligning the Mac Pros ports with th
20. s III Vendor ID 0x8 Device ID 0x7 Device Revision 0x1 UID 0x0008000000223650 Route String 3 Firmware Version 26 1 Port Status Device connected Link Status 0x2 Port Micro Firmware Version 2 0 7 Cable Firmware Version 1 1 0 Port Status No device connected Link Status 0x7 Port Micro Firmware Version 2 0 7 Il Sonnet s Mac mini Hardware Thunderbolt Thunderbolt Bus Echo Express III Thunderbolt 108 0 0 Ethernet Controller Yes ible Yes Yes Thunderbolt 108 0 0 0 8086 D 0x105e endor ID 0x8086 m ID 0x000a 0x0006 I xMac MINI Hardware PCI Cards ethernet Chapter 5 Tips General Information and Known Issues TIPS GENERAL INFORMATION Keeping the Cards Cool With its optimized airflow design and temperature controlled fans providing cooling at all times the xMac Pro Server provides adequate cooling for the installed cards Do not operate the xMac Pro Server with the inner assembly removed and do not block any of the vents Otherwise the installed cards and card expansion module s components may overheat Power Indicator LED Operation Because the PCle card expansion module automatically powers on and off with the computer to which it s connected the power indicator LED only turns on when the computer is on and turns off when the computer is sleeping or powered off Connecting Additional Thunderbolt Devices You may connect up to six Thu
21. tem and 4U rackmount enclosure for the new Pro with its three PCIe slots and space to either install mobile rack devices with an optional Mobile Rack Device Mounting Kit or Sonnet s Twin 10G dual port copper 10 Gigabit Thunderbolt 2 adapter the xMac Pro Server expands your Mac Pro s capabilities and makes it road ready too Compatibility Mac Pro with Thunderbolt ports OS 10 9 2 or later System Requirements While the xMac Pro s PCle card expansion system requires no drivers the expansion cards you install do Thunderbolt compatible drivers to enable them to work properly through the Thunderbolt interface are required More information on which cards are compatible with xMac Pro Server is available at http sonnettech com support charts thunderbolt index html Chapter 2 xMac Pro Server Description OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO0O000 OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO000 OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO000 OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO000 OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO0O0000 O OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO0O000 OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO00 999990000000000000000000000000 OOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO000 External Features 1 Power Switch 2 Power Indicator LED 3 USB 3 0 Port This button activates the Mac Pro s power switch the This LED lights when the PCIe card expansion module This port connects to the Mac Pro through a cable PCIe slots power supply turns on and off along
22. the power button Support Note Sonnet recommends that you tape the hex wrench to the floor of the computer mounting module for safekeeping in case you need to remove the Mac Pro from the module in the future Chapter 3 Mac Pro PCIe Cards and Enclosure Installation Steps D Install Computer Mounting Module and PCIe Card Expansion Module 1 Carefully slide the computer mounting module into the xMac Pro Server s rackmount enclosure until it stops Figure 14 2 Carefully slide the PCIe card expansion module into the rackmount enclosure until it stops Figure 14 3 OPTIONAL STEP If you are also installing a Mobile Rack Device Mounting Kit do so now referring to its user s manual for instructions Or if you are installing a Twin 10G refer to the Twin 10G Mounting Kit installation instructions Otherwise go to the next step 4 Using the eight screws you removed previously secure the computer mounting and PCIe card expansion modules to the rackmount enclosure Figure 15 Figure 15 13 Chapter 3 Mac Pro PCIe Cards and Enclosure Installation Steps Support Note Sonnet s ThunderLok Thunderbolt connector retainer clip secures the included Thunderbolt cable to the Echo chassis to prevent accidental disconnects Although it is compatible with other copper Thunderbolt cables like Apple s it is not compatible with optical Thunderbolt cables To attach the clip to the cable remove them from their pa
23. with is powered the Thunderbolt cable between the module attached behind the front panel the computer and your computer is plugged in securely and the computer powered on This LED turns off when your computer is sleeping Chapter 2 xMac Pro Server Description OER DEES 0000506039 99052006061 CR BERL EEE OR Sonnet Technologies ress gp B 100 240 50 60Hz 6 O O eo OG 4 Thunderbolt Ports 6 USB 3 0 Ports 9 BNC Connector Mounting Holes Connect the included Thunderbolt cable between These ports connect to the Mac Pro through cables These accommodate the installation of BNC either port and one your computer s Thunderbolt attached to the back panel connectors like those used for HD SDI output for the ports the other port may be used to connect to RED ROCKET X transcoding card or for MADI and another Thunderbolt device when the Mac Pro s 7 HDMI Port word clock input and output from cards like RME s remaining Thunderbolt ports are filled This port connects to the Mac Pro through a cable HDSPe MADI FX attached to the back panel 5 Computer Mounting Module Power Input Socket 10 PCIe Card Expansion Module Power Input Socket This socket connects to the Mac Pro through a cable 8 Gigabit Ethernet Ports Connect the included AC power cable here attached to the back panel Connect your Mac Pro s These RJ 45 ports connect to the Mac Pro through AC power cable
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