Installation
Precaution Before Start
Static Electricity Damage:
Static electricity can easily damage your motherboard. Observing a
few basic precautions can help safeguard against damage that could
result in expensive repairs. Follow the simple measures below to
protect your equipment from static electricity damage.
1.
Keep the motherboard and other system components in their anti-static packaging until you
are ready to install them.
2.
Touch a grounded surface before you remove any system component from its protective
anti-static packaging. Unpacking and installation should be done on a grounded, anti-static
mat. The operator should be wearing an anti-static wristband, grounded at the same points
as the anti-static mat.
3.
After removing the motherboard from its original packaging, only place it on a grounded,
anti-static surface component side up. Immediately inspect the board for damage. Due to
shifting during shipping, it is suggested that the installer press down on the entire socket ICs
to ensure they are properly seated. Do this only with the board placed on a firm flat surface.
4.
During configuration and installation touch a grounded surface frequently to discharge any
static electrical charge that may have built up in your body. The best precaution is to wear a
grounded wrist strap. Avoid touching the components when handling the motherboard or a
peripheral card. Handle the motherboard and peripheral cards either by the edges or by the
peripheral card case-mounting bracket.
Misplaced Jumper Damage:
There are critical headers used for connectors or power sources. These
are clearly marked separately from the jumpers listed in Motherboard
Layout. Incorrect setting jumpers and connectors may lead to damage
to your motherboard. Please pay special attention not to connect these
headers in wrong directions
