Matrox RT.X2, Руководство по установке

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Chapter 2, Installing Your Matrox RT.X2 Hardware
Before you install your Matrox RT.X2 card
Read the following information carefully before attempting to install your
Matrox RT.X2 card in your computer system.
Start with a functioning system
Before attempting any Matrox RT.X2 installation, you should have a computer
with a supported Windows operating system fully installed and functioning
smoothly. This will avoid potential problems later on.
Avoid costly damage
Static electricity from your body can damage your Matrox RT.X2 card or your
computer. Although you may not notice it, static electricity is generated every
time you move. It’s often too small to cause a spark, but it can still cause damage
to sensitive electronic components or at least reduce their lifespan.
To avoid damage, please observe the following precautions:
• Do not remove your Matrox RT.X2 card from its antistatic bag until you’re
ready to install it. Before removing the card, place the package within easy
reach of the area where you intend to perform the installation.
• You should avoid touching the chips and other components on the circuit
board. Try to handle the card by its edges.
• Try to work in an area where the relative humidity is at least 50%.
• Do not wear wool or synthetic clothing. These fabrics tend to generate more
static electricity than cotton, which is best for this kind of work.
• Turn off the power switches on your computer and its connected
components.
Once you’ve opened your computer, drain static electricity from your body by
touching a bare metal surface on your computer chassis before you install or
remove any parts of your system. If you have a grounding wrist strap, use it while
handling and installing any components in your computer.
Providing adequate ventilation
Because your Matrox RT.X2 card produces a significant amount of heat, forced
air ventilation is extremely important. Inadequate ventilation may result in erratic
operating behavior.
¦ Note
Your Matrox RT.X2 card is equipped with a temperature sensor to let you
monitor the operating temperature of your Matrox RT.X2 system. This
temperature is displayed in the Matrox X.info program. For details, see the
chapter “Monitoring Your Matrox RT.X2 System” in your
Matrox RT.X2 User
Guide .