Barco Coronis MDCC 2121, Getting Started Manual

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Installing your Barco display controller
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Detailed installation
The following instructions will take you step by step through the
installation of the display controller(s) for your B
ARCO
C
ORONIS
Display
System.
1.
If you are not going to use your old graphics card, uninstall the
drivers and software for it if you have not already done so.
2.
Turn off the computer, display(s), and other peripheral devices.
3.
Unplug the computer’s power cord and disconnect all cables from
the back of your computer.
4.
Remove the computer cover.
If necessary, consult your computer’s manual for help in removing
the cover.
5.
If necessary, unscrew or unfasten and remove any existing
graphics card from your computer.
Note:
If you are using a motherboard containing an on-board
graphics solution and do not intend to use it as part of a multiple-
display setup, disable it either in the computer’s System Set-up
utility (BIOS) or the Windows device manager.
6.
Locate the appropriate slot and, if necessary, remove the metal
back-plate cover(s).
CAUTION –
Wear a grounded, protective ESD strap when
handling or during installation of the display controller.
Electrostatic charges can damage the display controller.
Caution
– Wait approximately 20 seconds after unplugging
the power cord before disconnecting a peripheral or
removing a component from the motherboard to avoid
possible damage to the motherboard.