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II. Installing the SeriTek/1VE4, or SeriTek/1eVE4
Caution:
Prior to installing the SeriTek/1VE4, or SeriTek/1eVE4 host adapter and hard drive(s) or
peripheral(s), please make sure your data is backed up.
The SeriTek/1VE4, & SeriTek/1eVE4 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/1VE4, or SeriTek/1eVE4 host adapter by
its bracket or around its edges (away from components & edge connector) to avoid damage
to the card by static electricity.
Introduction
This section describes the proper method of installing your SeriTek/1VE4, or SeriTek/1eVE4.
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 an additional metal or 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 or PCI-X expansion slot where you will install the SeriTek/1VE4, or
SeriTek/1eVE4 host adapter.
NOTE: For maximum performance in a Power Mac G5 with PCI-X slots, use slot 4, the
top slot. Slot 4 is a 133 MHZ PCI-X slot; the other slots in the G5 are 100 MHZ.
4. Remove the screw and detach the PCI expansion port access cover secured to the
computer case.
5. Remove the SeriTek/1VE4, or SeriTek/1eVE4 from its protective materials. Make sure to
hold the card by its metal bracket or around the card’s edges; avoid touching electronic
components & the edge connector, or the card 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/1VE4, or SeriTek/1eVE4 over the PCI slot and gently
press it into the 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).
