3Com manual Installing the 3C971-F Adapter, Save the screw for later in this section

2-2 CHAPTER 2: HARDWARE INSTALLATION

Keep the 3C971-F ATMLink PCI adapter in the protective antistatic bag until you are ready to install it. To prevent adapter damage due to electrostatic discharge, wear a grounding strap and handle the adapter only by its edges. Do not touch the components or any metal parts on the adapter, except for the backplate.

Installing the 3C971-F Adapter

To install the 3C971-F adapter in your computer, perform the following steps:

1Attach a grounding strap to your wrist or ankle before handling the adapter.

2Unpack and inspect the 3C971-F adapter for damage.

3Turn off the power to your computer and any attached devices.

WARNING: Your computer operates with voltages that can be lethal. Before you remove the computer cover, carefully review the steps in this procedure and observe all cautions and warnings to protect yourself and to prevent damage to the computer.

4Remove the cover from your computer.

Refer to the system documentation for your computer.

5Locate an empty PCI bus expansion slot.

6Remove the metal expansion slot cover from the computer chassis, as shown in Figure 2-1.

Save the screw for step 9 later in this section.