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ePCI-101 User’s Guide
When Working Inside a Computer
Before taking covers off a computer, perform the following steps:
Turn off the computer and any peripherals.
Disconnect the computer and peripherals from power sources or subsystems to prevent
electric shock or system board damage. This does not apply to when hot-swapping parts.
Follow the guidelines provided in “Preventing Electrostatic Discharge“ on the following
page.
Disconnect telephone or telecommunications lines from the computer.
In addition, take note of these safety guidelines when appropriate:
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To help avoid possible damage to system boards, wait five seconds after turning off
the computer before removing a component, removing a system board, or
disconnecting a peripheral device from the computer.
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When you disconnect a cable, pull on its connector or on its strain-relief loop, not on
the cable itself. Some cables have a connector with locking tabs. If you are
disconnecting this type of cable, press in on the locking tabs before disconnecting the
cable. As you pull connectors apart, keep them evenly aligned to avoid bending any
connector pins. Also, before connecting a cable, make sure both connectors are
correctly oriented and aligned.
CAUTION
Do not attempt to service the system yourself, except as explained in this user’s
guide. Follow installation and troubleshooting instructions closely.