Chapter 2: Hardware Installation

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To insert a SLIM into a connector follow these steps:

1.Place the SLIM into the socket almost vertically (about 75- degree angle), making sure that it is properly oriented and fully inserted into the socket.

2.Press downward and sideways on the SLIM until it latches into the socket. Do NOT force the SLIM, the installation process requires a small force and should be very smooth and easy. If you encounter resistance then re-check the orientation and insertion depth. Refer to Appendix F: SLIM Insertion/Removal regarding the removal of the ACM/Flex16 back cover and the insertion of a SLIM.

To remove a SLIM from a connector follow these steps:

1.Using both hands, place your thumbs on the metal clips that hold the SLIM into the socket, and place your index fingers on the edge of the SLIM.

2.Push outwards (with your thumbs) on the metal clips until the SLIM is released from the clips. Your index fingers can then raise the SLIM past the clips. The SLIM is then free to be removed from the ACM/Flex16 board. The force required to open the metal clips is small and the SLIM naturally springs upwards as soon as the clips are open wide enough. If removal is difficult, then you are probably trying to raise the SLIM before the clips are open. Refer to Appendix F: SLIM Insertion/Removal regarding the removal of the ACM/Flex16 back cover and the removal of a SLIM.

The RS-232, RS-485/422 and 20mA Current Loop SLIMs are very sensitive to static electricity. Make sure that before you remove the SLIMs from the anti-static shipping bag, you wear an anti- static wristband. When you remove the board from the anti-static bag, handle it only by the edges and place it on the anti-static bag or an anti-static mat.

Intellicon-NT960/PCI User's Manual, ver. 0.02