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Hardware Upgrades
This chapter explains how to access the Evo Workstation W8000 by
removing the workstation access panel and front bezel. It also
explains how to install the following replacement hardware:
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Memory
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Drives
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Expansion boards
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Processors
Compaq recommends that you finish the setup procedures for the
preinstalled software before you install any optional hardware or
third-party devices that were not included with your workstation.
Installation Sequence
Follow this sequence of steps to ensure the proper installation of any
optional equipment. Before you begin, observe the following
precautions:
WARNING: To reduce the risk of personal injury from hot surfaces,
allow the internal system components to cool before touching them.
WARNING: To reduce the risk of electric shock, fire, or damage to the
equipment, do not plug telecommunications/telephone connectors into
the network interface controller (NIC) receptacles.
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