Technical description Chapter 6
PA 7400
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6.1 Inserting the board
IMPORTANT!
Do observe the
safety instructions.
6.1.1 Opening the PC
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Switch off your PC and all the units connected to the PC.
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Pull the PC mains plug from the socket.
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Open your PC as described in the manual of the PC manufacturer.
6.1.2 Selecting a free slot
Fig. 6-1: Types of slots
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. 6-2: Opening the protective blister pack