ATI Technologies X1550 SERIES manual Installing the graphics card, Advanced Installation AGP

10 Advanced Installation: AGP

4Power Cable Connector

54-Pin Power Connection

6Power Extension Cable: Power Connector to Graphics Card

7Power Extension Cable: Power Connector to Hard Drive

8Power Extension Cable: Power Connector to Power Supply

9Hard Drive

10Power Connector to Hard Drive

Installing the graphics card

1Turn off the computer, monitor, and other peripheral devices.

2Unplug the computer’s power cord and disconnect all cables from the back of your computer.

WARNING - Wait approximately 20 seconds after unplugging the power cord before disconnecting a peripheral or removing a component from the motherboard to avoid possible damage to the motherboard.

3Remove the computer cover.

If necessary, consult your computer’s manual for help in removing the cover.

WARNING - Remember to discharge your body’s static electricity by touching the power supply or the metal surface of the computer chassis.

4Unscrew or unfasten and remove any existing graphics card from your computer.

Note: If your computer has an on-board graphics capability, you may need to disable it on the motherboard. For more information, see your computer documentation.

5Locate the appropriate slot and, if necessary, remove the metal back- plate cover.