Abit BG7ML, User Manual

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Hardware Setup 3-1
Chapter 3. Hardware Setup
This motherboard provides all standard equipment for classic personal computers with great
flexibility for meeting future upgrade demands. This chapter will introduce step-by-step all of
the standard equipment and will also present, as completely as possible, future upgrade
capabilities.
Before Proceeding with the Installation: Please be reminded to turn the ATX12V power
supply switch off (fully turn the +5V standby power off), or disconnect the power cord before
you install or unplug any connectors or add-on cards. Failing to do so may cause the
motherboard components or add-on cards to malfunction or damaged.
3-1. Install The Motherboard
Most computer chassis have a base with many mounting holes to allow motherboard to be
securely attached on and at the same time, prevented from short circuits. There are two ways
to attach the motherboard to the chassis base:
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use with studs
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or use with spacers
Figure 2-1 shows the shape of studs and spacers. There may be
several types, but all look similar.
In principle, the best way to attach the board is to use with studs.
Only if you are unable to do this should you attach the board
with spacers. Line up the holes on the board with the mounting
holes on the chassis. If the holes line up and there
are screw holes, you can attach the board with studs.
If the holes line up and there are only slots, you can
only attach with spacers. Take the tip of the spacers
and insert them into the slots. After doing this to all
the slots, you can slide the board into position
aligned with slots. After the board has been
positioned, check to make sure everything is OK before putting the chassis back on. Figure
2-2 shows the ways to fix the board to chassis by studs or spacers.
ATTENTION:
To prevent shorting the PCB circuit, please REMOVE the metal studs or
spacers if they are already fastened on the chassis base and are without mounting-holes on the
motherboard to align with.
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