Chapter 3 Installing Board Options; Before You Begin - Intel D845GVSR User Manual

Installing Board Options
Installing Board Options
This chapter describes how to install board options in your computer. You can use these
instructions to install a variety of devices and board options. Although your board options may
look a bit different from the ones illustrated herein, you can install and remove it the same way.

Before You Begin

WARNINGS
The procedures in this chapter assume familiarity with the general terminology associated with
personal computers and with the safety practices and regulatory compliance required for using
and modifying electronic equipment.
Disconnect the computer from its power source and from any telecommunications links, networks,
or modems before performing any of the procedures described in this chapter. Failure to
disconnect power, telecommunications links, networks, or modems before you open the computer or
perform any procedures can result in personal injury or equipment damage. Some circuitry on the
motherboard can continue to operate even though the front panel power button is off.
CAUTION
Electrostatic discharge (ESD) can damage components. Perform the procedures described in this
chapter only at an ESD workstation. If such a station is not available, you can provide some ESD
protection by wearing an antistatic wrist strap and attaching it to a metal part of the computer
chassis.
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Installing Board Options