Gigabyte GA-X79-UD5, User Manual

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- 9 - Hardware Installation
1-1 Installation Precautions
The motherboard contains numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which can become
damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully read the user's
manual and follow these procedures:
Prior to installation, make sure the chassis is suitable for the motherboard.
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Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or warranty
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sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.
Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before
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installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
When connecting hardware components to the internal connectors on the motherboard, make
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sure they are connected tightly and securely.
When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
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It is best to wear an electrostatic discharge (ESD) wrist strap when handling electronic com-
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ponents such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist strap, keep
your hands dry and irst touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.
Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an
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electrostatic shielding container.
Before unplugging the power supply cable from the motherboard, make sure the power supply
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has been turned off.
Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to
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the local voltage standard.
Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your hardware
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components are connected.
To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the
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motherboard circuit or its components.
Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or
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within the computer casing.
Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface
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Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment.
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Turning on the computer power during the installation process can lead to damage to system
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components as well as physical harm to the user.
If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the
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product, please consult a certiied computer technician.
Chapter 1 Hardware Installation