Adaptec AVC-2410 - Manual (Page 13)

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Installing Your AVC-2410
Installing Your AVC-2410
To install your AVC-2410 card:
1 Discharge any static electricity build-up before handling the
AVC-2410 card by touching a grounded metal object (such as
the exposed metal parts on the back of your computer).
2 Turn off power to the computer and disconnect the power cord.
Open the computer cabinet, following the manufacturer’s
instructions.
3 Locate an unused PCI expansion slot and remove the expansion
slot cover. Save the slot cover screw for use in
Step 6 .
4 Remove the AVC-2410 card from its antistatic packaging.
Caution: Always handle the card by its edges or metal
bracket. Do not touch the gold PCI connector or any
components on the card.
5 Insert the AVC-2410 card into the PCI expansion slot. Press
down firmly until the card clicks into place. When installed
properly, the card should appear level with the expansion slot.
Note: Depending on the tightness of the PCI slot, gentle but
firm force may be required to insert the card.
PCI expansion slots
Expansion slot
cover
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