IBM IntelliStation M Pro, Hardware Maintenance Manual

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Installing an adapter
Note: The AGP Pro slot and PCI slots 1, 2, and 3 must be empty for you to access
the IEEE 1394 adapter in the mini-PCI slot. If you are replacing the IEEE
1394 adapter, the optional PCI adapter and the AGP video adapter will need
to be temporarily removed.
Complete the following steps to install an adapter in your computer:
1. Review the safety information beginning on page 129, “Installation guidelines”
on page 31, and “Handling static-sensitive devices” on page 31.
2. Turn off the computer and all attached devices. See “Turning off the computer”
on page 10.
3. Disconnect all external cables and power cords; then, remove the side cover
(see “Removing the side cover” on page 52).
4. Determine which PCI slot you will use for the adapter. Check the instructions
that come with the adapter for any requirements, restrictions, or cabling
instructions. It might be easier to route cables before you install the adapter.
5. For full-length adapters, rotate the rear adapter-retention bracket to the open
(unlocked) position, and remove it from the computer. Rotate the front
adapter-retention bracket to the open position. If you are installing a smaller
adapter, remove only the rear adapter-retention bracket.
6. If there is an adapter already installed in the slot, remove it and place it on a
static-protective surface.
If the slot is empty, remove the expansion-slot cover. From the rear of the
computer, press on the slot cover. Grasp it and pull it out of the expansion slot.
Store it in a safe place for future use.
Attention: Expansion-slot covers must be installed on all vacant slots. This
maintains the electronic emissions standards of the computer and ensures
proper ventilation of computer components.
7. Follow the instructions that come with the computer to set any jumpers or
switches on the adapter or system board.
Installing options
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