Measurement Computing ADAC/5500 Series - Manual (Page 13)

ADAC Series PCI Boards - 8 - ADAC/5500 Series User Manual
STEP 2 – INSTALL BOARDS IN AVAILABLE PCI BUS-SLOTS
IMPORTANT: Software must be installed before installing hardware.
WARNING
Turn OFF power to, and UNPLUG the host PC and externally connected equipment prior
to removing the PC’s cover and installing an ADAC/5500 Series Board. Failure to do so
could result in electric shock, or damage to equipment.
CAUTION
Take ESD precautions (packaging, proper handling, grounded wrist strap, etc.)
Use care to avoid touching board surfaces and onboard components. Only handle boards by
their edges (or ORBs, if applicable). Ensure boards do not come into contact with foreign
elements such as oils, water, and industrial particulate.
IMPORTANT: Bus Mastering DMA must be Enabled .
For an ADAC/5500 Series board to operate properly, Bus Mastering DMA must be
enabled on the PCI slot [for which the board is to be installed]. Prior to installation,
verify that your computer is capable of performing Bus Mastering DMA for the
applicable PCI slot. Note that some computers have BIOS settings that enable [or disable]
Bus Mastering DMA. If your computer has this BIOS option, ensure that Bus Mastering
DMA is Enabled on the appropriate PCI slot.
Refer to your PC Owner's Manual for additional information regarding your PC and
enabling Bus Mastering DMA for PCI slots.
1. Turn OFF power to, and UNPLUG the host PC and externally connected equipment.
2. Remove the PC’s cover. Refer to your PC Owner’s Manual as needed.
3. Choose an available PCI bus-slot.
4. Carefully remove ADAC/5500 Series Board from its anti-static protective bag. If you have not already
done so, write down the serial number and type of ADAC board in the space provided on page 3 of this
document.
5. On the PC’s rear panel, loosen and remove the screw for the blank adapter plate that corresponds with the
chosen PCI bus. See left-hand figure, below.
Removing a Blank Adapter Plate
Installing an ADAC/5500 Series Board
6. Remove the blank adapter plate. Refer to your PC Owner’s Manual if needed.