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4 – Hardware Installation Safety with Electricity
Safety with Electricity
Observe these guidelines and safety precautions when working around computer hardware and electrical equipment:
Locate the power source shutoff for the computer room or lab where you are working. This is where you will turn OFF the power in the event of an emergency or accident. Never assume that power has been disconnected for a circuit; always check first.
Do not wear loose clothing. Fasten your tie or scarf, remove jewelry, and roll up your sleeves. Wear safety glasses when working under any conditions that might be hazardous to your eyes.
Shut down and disconnect the system’s power supply from AC service before you begin work, to insure that standby power is not active. Power off all attached devices such as monitors, printers, and external components. Note that many motherboards and power supplies maintain standby power at all times. Inserting or removing components while standby is active can damage them.
Use normal precautions to prevent electrostatic discharge, which can damage integrated circuits.
Unpacking Information
This section provides instructions for safely unpacking and handling the QLogic adapter. To avoid damaging the adapter, always take normal precautions to avoid electrostatic discharge.
Verify the Package Contents
The QLogic adapter system should arrive in good condition. Before unpacking, check for any obvious damage to the packaging. If you find any obvious damage to the packaging or to the contents, please notify your reseller immediately.
List of the Package Contents
The package contents for the QLE7240 adapter are:
QLogic QLE7240
Additional short bracket
Quick Start Guide
Standard PCIe risers can be used, typically supplied by your system or motherboard vendor.
