Kontron FlexPAC, Manual

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EXPANDING THE FLEXPAC
The FlexPAC portable computer provides the expandability of a desktop
system in a convenient all-in-one package. It has four open PCI add-in card
slots and an can be equipped with an optional PCMCIA/Cardbus socket. This
chapter covers the following sections:
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Opening Up the FlexPAC
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Installation of Add-In Cards
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Installation of PC Cards
Before You Begin
Be sure to read this section before you remove the outer casing of the FlexPAC.
The system contains components that can be damaged by electrostatic discharge.
Listed below are some general precautions you should take to minimize
electrostatic discharge when opening up the FlexPAC.
•Always work in a static-free area.
•Before handling any assemblies, discharge your body by touching a
grounded metal object.
•Handle all add-in cards by their edges. Do not touch the components
unless absolutely necessary and avoid touching the gold-edged connectors.
•Whenever possible, use electrostatic wrist straps when handling any
sensitive components.
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Expanding the FlexPAC
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