Tyan Computer Tyan S1598 user manual Installing Add-on Cards

Chapter 2

Board Installation

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Make absolutely certain that you do not miss any pins, because if you do you will void your warranty and cause damage to yourself or your motherboard when you turn the system on. After connecting the power, make sure the connector is seated firmly into its socket so it will not become loose or fall off when the computer is jostled or moved. Note: Tyan recommends using one that conforms to industry standard revision 2.01.

7. Installing Add-on Cards

There are a few rules you need to follow when plugging in a card. In order to assure proper operation and a quick installation, adhere to these guidelines:

!• If you are going to install a PCI-Bus interface card on your system, be aware that any one of the two PCI slots can support a Master

important! or Slave device.

•NEVER force a card into a slot. If it doesn’t fit, look at the socket on the computer to make sure there are no wires or other obstructions to the slot.

•NEVER plug an ISA card into a PCI slot or a PCI card in an ISA slot. You will void your warranty and damage your system board if

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