Preparing for the Installation
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Preparing for the Installation
This chapter explains how to prepare for a Alpha VME 5/352 or 5/480 SBC instal-
lation. The chapter explains:
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How to unpack kit contents, Section 1.1
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How to verify kit contents, Section 1.2
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How to check for ordered options, Section 1.3
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Your SBC’s major kit components, Section 1.4
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Power requirements, Section 1.5
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How to identify a VME chassis and required backplane slots, Section 1.6
1.1 Unpacking Kit Contents
Start preparing for your installation by unpacking your Alpha VME 5/352 or
5/480 SBC kit.
1.
Verify that the order numbers on the labels on your kit carton match the num-
bers for the product you ordered. If the order numbers do not match, contact
your Customer Support Center in your geography.
2.
Remove the top layer of packing foam.
3.
Remove all items from the kit carton.
4.
Locate and put on the antistatic wrist strap.
5.
Clip the wire attached to the wrist strap to the frame of your VME chassis.
6.
Remove the hardware components from the conductive plastic bags in which
they were packaged and place the components on the bags.
Note
Store the original packing material in case a factory return is necessary.
1.2 Verifying Kit Contents
Table 1–1 lists Alpha VME 5/352 and 5/480 SBC kit contents. Verify that the
material you unpacked matches the contents listed in the table. Your kit may also
include software or software licenses, depending on what you ordered.