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I
NSTALLING
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ONNECTING
THE
NIC
Safety Precautions
Observe the following safety precautions.
Installation Requirements
The following items are required for hardware and
software installation.
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NIC
—At least one 3C980C-TXM NIC.
WARNING:
Computers operate with voltages that can be
lethal. Before removing the cover, turn off the computer
and unplug it. Disconnect all cables that are connected to
the main system unit. Remove jewelry from your hands
and wrists. Use insulated or nonconductive tools.
CAUTION:
The NIC is packed in an antistatic container to
protect it during shipment. Do not touch the components
or any metal parts on the NIC, except for the backplate.
To avoid damaging the NIC or the computer, reduce static
electricity on your body by wearing an electrostatic
discharge wrist strap attached to the chassis or by
touching an unpainted metal part of the chassis before
unplugging the computer and before handling the NIC
CAUTION:
Install the NIC in a PCI slot that conforms to
PCI 2.1 or higher specifications. Do not attempt to install
the NIC in an ISA or EISA slot. Doing so may damage the
NIC and the computer
WARNING:
Make sure that the computer power cord is
unplugged. Only properly trained and authorized
personnel should perform service. Contact the computer
manufacturer for information about safe service
techniques.
