Allied Telesis AT-ANC10S, Installation And User Manual

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Chapter 2: Installing the Hardware
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Installing the Network Adapter Card
The following installation instructions apply to most systems. For details
about performing the tasks on your particular system, refer to the manuals
that were supplied with your system.
Note
This procedure requires a Phillips-head screw.
Note
The AT-ANC10S/2 adapter requires a PCIe x8 PC.
Warning
The adapter is being installed in a system that operates with
voltages that can be lethal. Before you remove the cover of your
system, you must observe the following precautions to protect
yourself and to prevent damage to the system components.
- Remove any metallic objects or jewelry from your hands and
wrists.
- Make sure to use only insulated or nonconducting tools.
- Verify that the system is powered OFF and unplugged before
accessing internal components.
- Installation or removal of adapters must be performed in a static-
free environment.
The use of a properly grounded wrist strap or other personal
antistatic devices and an antistatic mat is strongly recommended.
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To install the adapter, do the following:
1. Review the “Pre-Installation Checklist” on page 27 and “Reviewing
Safety Precautions” on page 25.
Before installing the adapter, verify that the computer is powered OFF
and that the power cord is unplugged from the power outlet. You
should also be sure to follow all proper electrical grounding
procedures.
2. Remove the system cover. Refer to Figure 6 on page 31.