Introduction
5
Unpacking the Mainboard & Static
Electricity Precautions
This Mainboard package contains the following items:
1.
The Mainboard
2.
The Device Driver for this mainboard
3.
This UserÕs Guide
4.
Sound & Game ribbon cables/bracket
5.
ATX Form Card (optional)
The mainboard is easily damaged by static electricity.
Follow the precautions below while unpacking or
installing the mainboard.
1.
Do not remove the mainboard from its original
package until you are ready to install it.
2.
Frequently ground yourself to discharge any static
electric charge that may build up in your body
while working on installation and/or
configuration. For example, you may ground
yourself by grasping an unpainted portion of the
systemÕs metal chassis.
3.
Remove the mainboard from its anti-static
packaging and place it on a grounded surface,
component side up.
4.
Handle the mainboard by its edges or by the
mounting bracket to avoid touching its
components.