ADLINK PCI-8554 - Manual (Page 21)

Getting Started •11
2.5 cPCI/PCI-8554/R Installation
2.5.1 Hardware configuration
The PCI cards (or CompactPCI cards) is equipped with the plug and play
PCI controller, it has the ability to request base addresses and interrupts
according to the PCI standard. The systems BIOS will install the system
resources based on the PCI cards’ configuration registers and system
parameters (which are set by system BIOS). Interrupt assignments and
memory usage (I/O port locations) of the PCI cards are also assigned by
system BIOS. This system resource assignment is done on a board-by-
board basis. It is not suggested to assign system resources by any other
methods.
The PCI card can be inserted into any PCI slot without the need for any
system resource configuration.
2.5.1.1 Installation Procedures
1. Turn off your computer
2. Turn off all accessories (printer, modem, monitor, etc.)
connected to your computer.
3. Remove the cover from your computer.
4. Setup jumpers on the PCI or CompactPCI card.
5. Select a 32-bit PCI slot. PCI slot are shorter than ISA or
EISA slots, and are usually white or ivory in color.
6. Before handling the PCI cards, discharge any static buildup
on your body by touching the metal case of the computer.
Hold the edge and do not touch the components.
7. Position the board into the PCI slot you selected.
8. Secure the card in place at the rear panel of the system.