Advantech PCIE-1753, User Manual

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2.7 Hardware Installation
After the device driver installation is completed, you can proceed to install the PCIE-
1753 card in any PCI Express slot on your computer. Follow the steps below to install
the card on your system.
1. Turn off your computer and unplug the power cord and cables. TURN OFF your
computer before installing or removing any components on the computer.
2. Remove the cover of your computer.
3. Remove the slot cover on the back panel of your computer.
4. Touch the metal part on the surface of your computer to neutralize the static
electricity that might be on your body.
5. Insert the PCIE-1753 card into a PCI Express slot. Hold the card only by its
edges and carefully align it with the slot. Insert the card firmly into place. Use of
excessive force must be avoided, otherwise the card might be damaged.
6. Fasten the bracket of the PCI Express card on the back panel of the computer.
7. Connect appropriate accessories to the PCI Express card.
8. Replace the cover of your computer chassis. Re-connect the cables you
removed in step 1.
9. Plug in the power cord and turn on the computer.
Note!
Make sure you have first installed the driver before you install the card.