Rockwell Automation Publication 6181X-UM002A-EN-P - October 2017
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Replace Components
Chapter 4
Install an Add-in Card
Follow these steps to install an add-in card.
1. Disconnect power from the computer.
2. Remove the back cover from the computer.
for more information.
3. Remove the one screw that secures the slot cover.
Do not discard the screw.
4. Remove the slot cover and store it for reassembly later.
5. Hold the add-in card by its edge and remove it from its protective
packaging.
6. Connect the add-in card to the compatible riser-board slot.
Verify that the card is properly seated in the slot.
7. Secure the add-in card with the screw from the slot cover.
8. Connect the necessary cables to the add-in card.
See the documentation that came with the card.
9. Reinstall the computer cover as detailed in
IMPORTANT
When used in hazardous locations, the computer supports peripheral cards
rated 4 W maximum, and the add-in card must be certified to UL Class I,
Division 2 Groups A, B, C, D, T4, or ATEX/IECEx Zone 2 as applicable to the area
of installation. For ATEX and IECEx applications, operation in Group IIC
Category 3 gas and dust environments is supported.
At maximum computer temperature, consider the following:
• A PCI card that dissipates 4 W can experience a surrounding air
temperature up to 90 °C (194 °F
)
. A T4 max temperature code is required.
• A PCI card that dissipates 1 W can experience a surrounding air
temperature up to 85 °C (185 °F
)
. A T4 max temperature code is required.
ATTENTION:
Do not discard the slot cover. If the add-in card is
removed in the future, the slot cover must be reinstalled to maintain
agency access requirements.
