II. Installing the SeriTek/1SE2 or SeriTek/1eSE2
Caution:
Prior to installing the SeriTek/1SE2 or SeriTek/1eSE2 host adapter and hard drive(s) or
peripheral(s), please make sure your data is backed up.
The SeriTek/1SE2 and SeriTek/1eSE2 host adapters and your Macintosh contain sensitive
components that can be permanently damaged by Static Electric Discharge. Be sure you
’
re
working in an area free of static electricity to prevent them from being damaged. Use a wrist
grounding strap if you have one or regularly touch a metal part of the computer chassis such
as the power supply case or a port access cover to discharge any built-up static electricity
from your body. Make sure to handle the SeriTek/1SE2 or SeriTek/1eSE2 host adapter by
its bracket or around its edges to avoid damage to the card by static electricity.
Introduction
This section describes the proper method of installing your SeriTek/1SE2 or SeriTek/1eSE2.
SeriTek PCI Host Adapter Installation:
1.
Properly shut down your Macintosh and disconnect the AC power cord.
2.
Depending on the model of your Macintosh, open the side panel or top cover. On some
models, you may need to open a plastic cover to access the PCI slots. Please refer to
your Macintosh user
’
s manual for more information about gaining access to PCI slots and
hard drive or peripheral bays.
3.
Choose an empty PCI expansion slot where you will install the SeriTek/1SE2 or
SeriTek/1eSE2 host adapter.
4.
Remove the screw and detach the PCI expansion port access cover secured to the
computer case.
5.
Remove the SeriTek/1SE2 or SeriTek/1eSE2 from its protective materials. Make sure to
hold the card around by its bracket or around its edges to avoid touching components
which might be damaged by static electricity.
6.
Position the PCI card bracket by facing it towards the rear of the computer. Align the
gold connectors of the SeriTek/1SE2 or SeriTek/1eSE2 over the PCI slot and gently
press it into the PCI slot until the card is firmly seated. If the card is properly seated, the
upper ear of the PCI card bracket should line up with the screw mounting location.
7.
Using the same screw that was removed earlier; secure the card to the Power Macintosh
computer case (see Figure 1).
Caution:
The SeriTek/1SE2 and SeriTek/1eSE2 host adapters support external cables
that may be plugged in to one of their two external receptacles. If the SeriTek/1SE2 or
SeriTek/1eSE2 is not properly secured when a cable is inserted into one of the receptacles, it
may become loose from the PCI slot and damage the computer.
