Gigabyte GA-686KDX, User Manual

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GA-686KDX
3. HARDWARE INSTALLATION
3.1. UNPACKING
The mainboard package should contain the following:
·
The GA - 686KDX mainboard.
·
The Retention Mechanism & Attach Mount
·
USER'S MANUAL for mainboard.
·
Cable set for IDE & Floppy device.
·
Diskette for BUS MASTER ATAPI device.
The mainboard contains sensitive electric components which can be easily
damaged by static electricity, so the mainboard should be left in its original
packing until it is installed.
Unpacking and installation should be done on a grounded anti-static mat. The
operator should be wearing an anti static wristband, grounded at the same
point as the anti-static mat.
Inspect the mainboard carton for obvious damage. Shipping and handling
may cause damage to your board. Be sure there are no shipping and handling
damages on the board before proceeding.
After opening the mainboard carton, extract the system board and place it
only on a grounded anti-static surface component side up. Again inspect the
board for damage. Press down on all of the socket IC's to make sure that they
are properly seated. Do this only on with the board placed on a firm flat
surface.
M DO NOT APPLY POWER TO THE BOARD IF IT HAS BEEN DAMAGED.
You are now ready to install your mainboard. The mounting hole pattern on
the mainboard matches the ATX system board. It is assumed that the chassis
is designed for a standard ATX mainboard mounting.
Place the chassis on the anti-static mat and remove the cover. Take the clips,
stand-off and screws for mounting the system board, and keep them
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