3
Hardware Installation
General instructions for installing the card are provided
below. Since the design of computer cases and
motherboards vary, refer to your computer’s reference
manual for further information, if needed.
Static Electricity Discharge may permanently damage
your system. Discharge any static electricity build up in
your body by touching your computer case for a few
seconds. Avoid any contact with internal parts and
handle cards only by their external edges.
Note:
For Low Profile systems, replace the currently
mounted bracket with the included Low Profile
bracket.
1.
Turn OFF the power to your computer and any
connected peripheral device.
2.
Unplug the computer's power cord, remove the
cover and install the card in an available PCI slot.
3.
Push the board down firmly, but gently, until it is
well seated.
4.
Connect an available 4-pin power connector from
the system power supply to the 4-pin power
connector on the
FireWire 800 PCI-32T
(see Figure 1).
This connection is recommended for reliable power
output.
5.
Secure the card and replace the cover.
