Antec Signature S10, User Manual

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rev 1C S10 User Manual 7
1.3 Before You Begin
In order to ensure that your building experience with the S10 will be a positive one, please take note
of the following:
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While working inside your S10, keep your chassis on a flat, stable surface. Make sure your
build environment is clean, well-lit, and dust free.
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Antec chassis’ feature rounded edges that minimize the occurrence of hand injuries.
Nonetheless, exercise caution and control when handling chassis interiors. We strongly
recommend taking the appropriate time and care when working inside the chassis. Avoid
hurried or careless motions.
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Handle components and cards with care. Do not touch the unshielded components or
contacts on a card. Hold a card by its edges. Hold a component such as a processor by its
edges, never by its pins.
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To avoid electrostatic discharge, ground yourself periodically by touching an unpainted metal
surface or by using a wrist grounding strap.
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Before you connect a cable, ensure that both connectors are correctly aligned and oriented.
Bent pins can be difficult to fix and may require replacement of the entire connector.
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This manual is not designed to cover CPU, RAM, or expansion card installation. Please
consult your motherboard manual for specific mounting instructions and troubleshooting.
Before proceeding, check the manual for your CPU cooler to find out if there are steps you
must take before installing the motherboard.
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Do not sit on your chassis. Although it is constructed of heavy-duty steel and internally
reinforced, it is not designed to support the weight of an adult and may buckle.
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Remember to use the right tools for each task. Do not use improvised screwdrivers like coins,
nails or knife blades as they may result in damage to screw threads or even injury. Do not
use your fingernails to separate edges or lift the sides of the chassis, as injury may occur.