PA 7300
Technical description Chapter 5
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5.1 Inserting
the
board
IMPORTANT!
Do observe the
safety instructions.
5.1.1 Opening the PC
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Switch off your PC and all the units connected to the PC.
•
Pull the PC's mains plug from the socket.
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Open your PC as described in the manual of the PC manufacturer.
5.1.2 Selecting a free slot
Two types of ISA slots are available: XT and AT.
Fig. 5-1: Types of slots
If necessary, the board can also be used in EISA slots under certain conditions.
See in the PC manual which types of slots are free.
1. Decide
in which type of slot to insert the board.
2. Remove the back cover of the selected slot
according to the instructions of the
PC manufacturer. Keep the back cover. You will need it if you remove the board.
3. Discharge yourself from electrostatic charges.
4. Take the board out of its protective blister pack.
Fig. 5-2: Opening the protective blister pack
5.1.3 Plugging the board into the slot
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Discharge yourself from electrostatic charges.
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Insert the board
vertically into the chosen slot.
