IBM NetVista X40 User Manual page 79

Attention: When you install an adapter in the computer, be sure that it is
completely and correctly seated in the PCI expansion slot before you turn on
the computer. Incomplete insertion might cause damage to the system board
or the adapter.
11. Connect required cables to the adapter.
Attention: Route cables so that they do not block the flow of air from the
fans.
12. If you have another adapter to install, do so now.
13. Reinstall the rear adapter retaining bracket; then, rotate the bracket to the
closed (locked) position.
14. If you have other options to install or remove, do so now.
15. Reinstall the cover. See "Installing the cover" on page 69 for details.
16. Reconnect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the attached
devices and the computer.
Installing a SCSI adapter (some models)
Complete the following steps to install a SCSI adapter.
1. If you have not already installed the SCSI adapter, complete steps 1 through 10
of "Installing an adapter" on page 62. Then, return here to complete the
installation.
SCSI signal
cable connector
Adapter
retaining
bracket
SCSI activity
indicator cable
connector
SCSI LED
(J3)
2. Connect one end of the SCSI signal cable (purchased separately) to the adapter;
then, connect one or more of the signal cable connectors to the rear of the SCSI
devices.
3. Connect the SCSI activity indicator cable (purchased separately) to the adapter
and to the SCSI LED connector (J3) on the system board. See "System and PCI
extender board option connectors" on page 35 for the location of the SCSI LED
connector.
4. If you have other adapters or options to install or remove, do so now.
5. Rotate the rear adapter retaining bracket to the closed (locked) position.
6. Reinstall the cover. See "Installing the cover" on page 69 for details.
7. Reconnect the external cables and power cords; then, turn on the attached
devices and the computer.
SCSI signal
cable
SCSI activity
indicator cable SCSI adapter
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