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SBC8168 Socket 370 All-in-One CPU Card Series User’s Manual
Installation 9
C h a p t e r 3
Installation
This chapter describes the hardware installation procedures on
the
SBC8168 all-in-one Socket 370 CPU card. The following is
a list of typical peripherals required to build a minimum system:
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Power supply and passive backplane (optional)
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IBM ™ PC/AT keyboard
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Display monitor
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Floppy or hard disk with MS-DOS or Flash Disk emulator
3.1 System Memory
The SBC8168 industrial CPU card supports two 168-pin DIMM
(Dual In-line Memory Module) socket for a maximum total
memory of 512MB unbuffered SDRAMs. The memory module
can come in sizes of 16MB, 32MB, 64MB, 128MB and 256MB
SDRAMs.
NOTE:
Use SDRAM modules with PC100 or PC133
specification when running 66/100MHz CPU bus
speed. With 133MHz CPU bus speed, SDRAM modules
with PC133 specification can be used. You have to
install the Intel Celeron or Pentium III processor
before installing the memory modules.
3.2 CPU Installation
1. Align pin one (e.g., white dot) of the CPU with pin one
of the socket. Pin one of the CPU socket may either
be marked on the board or indicated by an arrow
head symbol on one corner of the socket. Normally, its
diagonal corner distinguishes pin one on the socket.
2. To complete the CPU installation, gently press the CPU
into place.
3. Double-check the insertion and orientation of the CPU
before applying power. Improper installation will result
in permanent damage to the CPU.