Kontron KBox B-101 Configuration Guide - Manual (Page 22)

8. Handling internal Components KBox B-101 – User’s Guide (Version 1.00)
8.
Handling internal Components
This chapter contains important information that you must read before accessing internal components. You must follow
these procedures properly when handling any board components of the KBox B-101.
Before installing/removing an add-on card, please pay attention to the following information:
Please observe the “General Safety Instructions for IT-Equipment” provided with the system and
the installation instructions in this manual (see also chapter 4 and 9).
The installation/removal of add-on cards may only be performed by a qualified person, according
to the description in this manual.
Before removing the cover of the device, make sure that the device is switched off and
disconnected from the power supply.
Before you upgrade the KBox B-101 with add-on cards, pay attention to the power specifications
in chapter 12 “Technical Data” and make sure that the power consumption of the add-on cards
does not exceed 5 W.
Please follow the safety instructions for components that are sensitive to electrostatic discharge
(ESD). Failure to observe this warning notice may result in damage to the device or the latter’s
components.
Please pay attention to the manufacturer’s instructions before installing/removing an add-on
card.
8.1.1. Opening and Closing the KBox B-101
In order to install or to remove optional hardware or to change the DIP switch settings, the KBox B-101 needs to be
opened. For opening and closing the KBox B-101, please perform the following steps:
Before opening the KBox B-101, the system must be switched off and disconnected from the main power
supply. Also disconnect peripheral devices from the KBox B-101. Before you begin, ensure that you have
a clean, flat and ESD-safe surface to work on.
1. Close all applications. Shut down the system properly and disconnect the power cord from the power source.
Disconnect all peripherals.
2. Place the KBox B-101 on a flat, clean surface.
3. Remove the two screws at the front edge of the cover.
4. Pull/slide the cover to the front a few centimeters (towards the screws removed in step 3) and lift off the cover. Now
all internal components inside the chassis can be accessed.
5. For closing the KBox B-101, proceed in reverse order: Place the cover on the cassis and push/slide it backwards
(towards the rear side of the chassis) as far as it will go. Secure the cover with the two screws removed in step 3.
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