Chapter 3: Installing the W6-LI

Installing the W6-LI

Installation of the W6-LI system board depends on the type of case you use. The W6-LI is designed for the standard ATX form factor and must be installed in an ATX chassis.

NOTE: If you are unfamiliar with installing a system board, Micronics highly recommends that you read the computer user’s manual or contact your dealer’s technical support department.

Tools Required

Micronics recommends using the following tools to in- stall the W6-LI:

❏Small Phillips screwdriver

❏Tweezers or a pair of needle-nose pliers

❏Tray (to hold loose screws)

EquipmentRequired

Micronics recommends using the following equipment with the W6-LI for a typical configuration:

❏ATX chassis with standard hardware.

❏A high-quality ATX power supply capable of providing continuous power within a 3 volt range. A power filter may be used with a noisy AC power source.

❏PS/2 mouse and compatible keyboard.

❏Eight ohm speaker.

❏Standard ribbon cables for internal connections.

❏Standard power cord (grounded).

❏Heat sink with cooling fan for each CPU (required).

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Micronics W6-LI manual ATX chassis with standard hardware