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Figure 30
Figure 29
Figure 28
Figure 27
This section covers the installation of the G5 Jive into Power Mac
G5 models with PCI-X slots. If you are installing this product into a
Power Mac G5 with PCIe slots, return to page 2.
Shut Down and Open Computer
1. Shut down your Power Mac and wait 5 to 10 minutes to allow it
to cool.
2. If you need to move the computer to a different area where you
can work freely, disconnect any connected cables, move the com-
puter, then reconnect the power cord to the computer and an
electrical outlet.
3. Touch a port access cover or PCI card on the back of the computer
(Figure 27) to discharge any potentially damaging static electricity.
4. Disconnect the power cord from the computer.
5. While holding the side panel, lift up the latch on the back of the
computer
(Figure 28).
6. Pull the top of the metal side panel away from the side of the
computer, and then lift and remove the panel
(Figure 29).
7. Using the built-in handle, pull the air deflector away from
the side of the computer, and then lift and remove the panel
(Figure 30).
Installation Steps for Power Mac G5 with PCI-X Slots
Support Note:
To avoid generating a static charge in your
body, do not walk around the room until after you finish
installing the drives and close the computer.
PCI card (or
access cover)
latch
side panel
air deflector
side panel
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