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EB7-X8G2-RAS | 2 Hardware Installation
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Windows Start Up
As your Windows computer starts up, you will see a small message box pop-up in the lower-right corner of the screen to alert you that
Windows has found new hardware.
The system does not require any OSS drivers in order to operate properly with the x8
PCIe Host card
.
You may now proceed to
Chapter 3 Verify Installation
MAC Start Up
Apple MAC OS computers will boot up without any visible indicators that the Expansion System is connected. Go to:
Chapter 3 Verify
Installation.
RedHat 9 Linux Start Up
Similarly, RedHat9 OS computers will boot up without any visible indicators that the Expansion System is connected. Proceed to:
2.5.3 Software Driver Installation
First it should be noted that a driver is NOT required for a non-Windows OS. It may or may not be required for a Windows XP installation
depending on your host system BIOS. You should first install your 3
rd
Party card and connect the system as described earlier in this chapter. The
OSS software drivers should be installed
only
if you are having problems accessing the expansion
or
if you require the
HotPlug feature
. Before
attempting to install anything on a Windows system, you should ensure that you have set a Restore Point, that all data files are closed and that
you have a current backup of your data.
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Before installing drivers, you should ensure that you have a current system backup of all of your
important data.
Failure to follow these instructions exactly could result in a system lock-up and potential loss of
data.
You must also disable your anti-virus software before continuing.
For achieving the best results when installing the OSS Hot-Plug driver:
Have a current system backup or restore point
Reboot and Shut down each time you are prompted
Be logged in as a ‘System Administrator’