DFI AGP-7400, User Manual

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Hardware Installation
VMI Interface
The graphics card supports a VMI (Video Module Interface) interface.
This interface is used for connecting a video module, such as a
MPEG module, to a “Video Ready” GUI device. The VMI interface
consists of the J5 (40-pins) and J6 (26-pins) connectors.
1. Position the VMI module by aligning the connectors on the
module to J5 and J6 of the graphics card.
2. Make sure pin 1 of the connectors on the VMI module is aligned
with pin 1 of J5 and J6 on the graphics card.
3. Press both sides of the VMI module firmly onto the graphics
card. Make sure the VMI module is seated properly.
Installing the Graphics Card
For most computer systems, you will only need a medium size
Phillips screwdriver to remove the cover and a small flat-blade
screwdriver to secure the monitor cable.
Warning:
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage your graphics card,
system board, processor, disk drives, add-in boards, and other
components. Perform the upgrade instruction procedures
described at an ESD workstation only. If such a station is not
available, you can provide some ESD protection by wearing an
antistatic wrist strap and attaching it to a metal part of the
system chassis. If a wrist strap is unavailable, establish and
maintain contact with the system chassis throughout any
procedures requiring ESD protection.
Handling the Graphics Card
It is quite easy to inadvertently damage your graphics card even
before installing it in your system unit. Electrostatic discharge can
damage computer components without causing any signs of physical
damage. You must take extra care in handling the graphics card to
ensure that no static build-up is present.