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2Hardware Preparation andInstallation

Introduction

This chapter provides unpacking instructions, hardware
preparation guidelines, and installation instructions for the
700/800-series MVME162LX VME Embedded Controller.

Unpacking Instructions

Note If the shipping carton is damaged upon receipt, request
that the carrier's agent be present during the unpacking
and inspection of the equipment.
Unpack the equipment from the shipping carton. Refer to the
packing list and verify that all items are present. Save the packing
material for storing and reshipping of equipment.
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Caution
Avoid touching areas of integrated circuitry; static
discharge can damage circuits.

Hardware Preparation

To select the desired configuration and ensure proper operation of
the MVME162LX, certain option modifications may be necessary
before installation. The MVME162LX provides software control for
most of these options. Some options cannot be modified in
software, and consequently are set by installing or removing
jumpers on headers. Most other modifications are performed by
setting bits in control registers after the MVME162LX has been
installed in a system. (The MVME162LX registers are described in