IEI Technology IMB-9452, User Manual

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IMB-9452 Motherboard
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When installing or configuring the motherboard, place it on an antistatic
pad. This helps to prevent potential ESD damage.
Turn off all power to the IMB-9452
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When working with the motherboard, make sure that it is disconnected
from all power supplies and that no electricity is being fed into the system.
Before and during the installation of the IMB-9452 DO NOT:
remove any of the stickers on the PCB board. These stickers are required for
warranty validation.
use the product before verifying all the cables and power connectors are
properly connected.
allow screws to come in contact with the PCB circuit, connector pins, or its
components.
4.3 Unpacking
NOTE:
If any of the items listed below are missing when the IMB-9452 is
unpacked, do not proceed with the installation and contact the IMB-9452
reseller or vendor.
4.3.1 Unpacking Precautions
Before installing the IMB-9452, unpack the motherboard. Some components on IMB-9452
are very sensitive to static electricity and can be damaged by a sudden rush of power. To
protect it from being damaged, follow these precautions:
The user should ground them self to remove any static charge before
touching the IMB-9452. To do so wear a grounded wrist strap at all times or
frequently touch any conducting materials that is connected to the ground.
Handle the IMB-9452 by its edges. Do not touch the IC chips, leads or
circuitry if not necessary.
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