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2.2 Hardware Installation

Installation of this adapter card requires

opening and manipulating your PC. Exercise cau-
tion at all times when working with AC powered
and static-sensitive equipment. Turn off and un-
plug your PC before installation. Discharge any
static electricity from your body by touching any
metal surface.

1.

Turn off your computer and all peripherals.

2.

Make a note of the power cord and other
cables connected to your computer and dis-
connect them.

3.

Remove your computer’s cover (refer to
your computer’s owner manual).

4.

Select any available expansion slot, and
then remove the slot cover (refer to Figure
1). A 16-bit expansion slot is recommended.

5.

Touch the computer chassis before remov-
ing the adapter from its anti-static bag. This
will discharge any static electricity from
your body.

Figure 1