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Gigabit 1000BASE-SX/LX PCI 64-/32-Bit Fiber NICs
3. Hardware Installation
Use the following instructions to install the Gigabit Ethernet adapter in most systems. Refer to the manuals that were supplied
with your system for details about performing these tasks on your particular system.
WARNING: The edges of metal panels can cut skin. Be careful not to slide your finger or hand along any interior metal edge of
the computer.
CAUTION: This product contains components that can be damaged by electrostatic discharge (ESD). To reduce the chance of ESD
damage, work over a non-carpeted floor, use a static dissipative work surface (such as a conductive foam pad), and
wear an ESD wrist strap connected to a grounded surface.
To install the fiber NIC, follow these steps:
1. High voltage inside the system presents a safety hazard. Make sure the power is off before removing the PC cover.
WARNING: Before installing the NIC, make sure the system power is OFF, the PC is unplugged from the power outlet, and that
proper electrical grounding procedures have been followed.
2. Remove the PC cover and select any empty PCI 32-/64-bit slot. See Figure 3-1. If you do not know how to identify a PCI
32-/64-bit slot, refer to your PC documentation.
Figure 3-1. Removing the PC cover.
3. Remove the faceplate from the PCI slot and keep it in a safe place. You may need it for future use. (Also be sure to keep the
screws to attach the NIC.) See Figure 3-2.
NOTE: If you cannot locate or know how to find an PCI 32/64-bit slot, refer to the documentation that came with your system.
