Hardware Installation - SMC Networks EZ Connect SMC2602W User Manual

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1. Switch off the computer, unplug the power cord, and remove the
computer's cover.
2. Select an available bus-mastering PCI slot and remove the cover
bracket. The SMC2602W card can be installed in either 32- or 64-bit
PCI slots.
Note the following points about installing the SMC2602W card:
• Use a 64-bit PCI slot if your computer supports this standard.
• When using a 32-bit PCI slot, the end of the card's edge connector will
be exposed. Be careful that it does not touch any conducting parts on
the computer motherboard.
Note:
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This network adapter requires a PC and BIOS that supports the
PCI Local Bus Specification v2.2 or later. If you are installing in
an older computer model, upgrade the BIOS to the latest version
Network cards are sensitive to static electricity. To protect the
card, avoid touching its electrical components and always touch
the metal chassis of your computer before handling the card.
Some computer motherboard designs may not provide
adequate space behind all 64-bit PCI slots to properly install
the SMC2602W network card.
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