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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.

2.1 Installation 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.