Chapter 2. Hardware Installation
Before attempting to install the GigaNIX Gigabit adapter into your system, please make sure of the following:
∙Shut off the power to the computer and any peripherals. Remove the power cable to the computer to reduce the possibility of residual power remaining in the power supply.
∙Ground yourself. Many electronic components inside computer and on the GigaNIX card can be severely damaged by receiving a shock of static electricity. Before touching any electronic components or boards, discharge any static electricity on your body by touching the bare metal case around the power supply inside your computer. Avoid excessive movement during the installation, such as walking across carpets, as this can generate static. If you must leave the installation area before the installation is complete, be sure to ground yourself again before continuing the installation.
∙Assess system power requirements. If you already have other PCI cards in your Mac, make sure that your system is able to provide the necessary power to support the addition of the GigaNIX adapter card. Check your computer's user manual for power limitations.
2.1Installation in a Apple Power Macintosh G3 or G4
This manual describes a procedure for installation in Apple G3 and G4 model computers. Older platform case designs may require a slightly different installation procedure. If in doubt, consult Macintosh User Guide for each machine.
Note: Not all Power Macintosh Computers have a PCI slot. The user should consult the Reference Manual, included with the machine, for more information before attempting installation, ensure that the computer has at least one available PCI slot.
Before installing the GigaNIX adapter, make sure you have sufficient room to open the G3/G4 case completely. Attempting to install the adapter with the case partially open may result in damage to the computer, the adapter card, or both.
Step 1 Power down the Macintosh workstation and peripherals, and remove the power cable and any other peripheral cables.
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