IEI Technology IMB-8550, User Manual

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IMB-8550
Conventions Used in This Manual
Naming
From this point on and throughout the rest of this manual, the IMB-8550 is referred to as
simply the “motherboard” or the “board.”
WARNING!
Warnings appear where overlooked details may cause damage to the equipment or result
in personal injury. Warnings should be taken seriously. Warnings are easy to recognize.
The word “warning” is written as “ WARNING ,” both capitalized and bold and is followed by
text in italics. The italicized text is the warning message.
CAUTION!
Cautionary messages should also be heeded to help you reduce the chance of losing data
or damaging the system. Cautions are easy to recognize. The word “caution” is written as
“ CAUTION ,” both capitalized and bold and is followed by text in italics. The italicized text is
the cautionary message.
NOTE:
These messages inform the reader of essential but non-critical information. These
messages should be read carefully as any directions or instructions contained therein can
help you avoid making mistakes. Notes are easy to recognize. The word “note” is written as
“ NOTE ,” both capitalized and bold and is followed by text in italics. The italicized text is the
cautionary message.
Lists
Bulleted Lists: Bulleted lists are statements of non-sequential facts that can be read in any
order. Each statement is preceded by a round black dot “
•
.”
Numbered Lists: Numbered lists describe sequential steps you should follow in order.
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