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 ==== Board Connections ====
 Each ICE daughter module exposes analog interfaces on the side opposite to the copper heatsink tabs. Each module's circuit board may use a mixture of the connectors described in this section. Each connector and an associated part number shown below such that the OEM integrator my chose a suitable mating connector for their system. Consult the product pages for each ICE module to determine the type, position, and function of any connectors used. See the respective product pages for each OEM board for a diagram of the positioning of any connectors.
+For all ICE daughter modules, the circuit boards are designed such that all I/O connectors will be on a single side, and the copper heatsinking tabs will be on the opposite side. The master controller (ICE-MC1) also follows this convention, with the exception being the serial port flat flex connector.
 === Ultra-Miniature Coax Connector (UMCC) ===
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-Generally, the minimum bend radius for flat flex jumper cables is 2mm. Verify against the data sheet of the chosen flat flex jumper cable.
+Generally, the minimum bend radius for flat flex jumper cables is 2mm. The length of the stiffener behind the exposed contacts on the cable will determine how far out from the FFC pcb connector the first bend of the flat flex cable can occur. The clearance for this bend must be accounted for when designing an enclosure for the ICE boards. For example, with Molex brand flat flex cables, there needs to be a minimum 0.25 inch clearance from the front of the flat flex pcb connector to allow the cable to bend. Verify against the data sheet of the chosen flat flex jumper cable.
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