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CHAPTER 4: Hardware Installation
4. Hardware Installation

4.1 Installation Procedures

4.1.1 I
NSTALLING THE
A
DAPTER
C
ARD
Your PC manual contains instructions for installing options such as this Adapter
Card. Follow the instructions in that manual to do the following:
• Power off and unplug the system unit.
• Remove the system unit’s cover. (Not applicable for the PC472C.)
• Install the Adapter Card.
• Replace the system unit’s cover. (Not applicable for the PC472C.) Do not turn
on or plug in the PC until the twinax cables are properly connected.
• Connect the twinax cable to the external connector on the Adapter Card.
Tighten the screws firmly on the bracket.
4.1.2 T
WINAX
C
ABLES

WARNING

1. An improperly wired outlet or plug can place hazardous voltages on
accessible metal parts. For your safety, the power cord and plug must
be connected to a properly wired and grounded outlet. You are
responsible for the outlet and plug wiring.
2. For each communications cable, turn off the power switches and
disconnect the power plugs of all peripherals before installing the cable.
3. Do not touch the exposed metal surfaces of two separate communica-
tions cables at the same time.
4. Do not touch the communications cables during an electrical storm.

Failure to follow these procedures could result in severe electrical shock.

For information on connecting twinax cables to workstations and splicing cables,
refer to the appropriate workstation documentation.