Advantech PCIE-1753, User Manual

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PCIE-1753 User Manual 6
2.1 Installation
This chapter gives users a package item checklist, proper instructions about unpack -
ing, and step-by-step procedures for both the driver and card installation.
2.2 Packing List
After receiving your PCIE-1753 package, please first inspect its contents. The pack-
age should contain the following items:
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PCIE-1753 card
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Startup Manual
The PCIE-1753 card harbors certain electronic components vulnerable to electro-
static discharge (ESD). ESD could easily damage the integrated circuits and certain
components beyond the scope of preventive measures.
Before removing the card from the antistatic plastic bag, you should take the follow
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ing precautions to ward off possible ESD damage:
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Touch the metal part of your computer chassis with your hand to discharge static
electricity accumulated on your body. Or one can also use a grounding strap.
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Touch the anti-static bag to a metal part of your computer chassis before open -
ing the bag.
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Take hold of the card only by the metal bracket when removing it from the bag.
After taking out the card, you should first:
Inspect the card for any possible signs of external damage (loose or damaged com
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ponents, etc.). If the card is visibly damaged, please notify our service department or
our local sales representative immediately. Avoid installing a damaged card into your
system.
Also pay extra caution to the following to ensure proper installation:
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Avoid physical contact with materials that could hold static electricity such as
plastic, vinyl, or Styrofoam.
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Whenever you handle the card, grasp it only by its edges. DO NOT TOUCH the
exposed metal pins of the connector or the electronic components.
Note!
Keep the anti-static bag for future use. You might need the original bag
to store the card if you have to remove the card from a PC or transport it
elsewhere.