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Installing the RAM Boards
Caution
Before You Start
You will need the following tools:
Grounding wrist strap.
Flat-tipped screwdriver.
#1 Pozidriv screwdriver.
You can install up to four RAM cards in a Model V743 VXI controller.
Procedure
1. Exit any processes you may have running on the Model V743 VXI
controller.
2. Shut down the applications and operating system on the board computer
(see \Powering Down the System" in Chapter 3).
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Installing Additional Memory
A static charge of almost
carpeted
oor. This exceeds the limits of these RAM cards and
can cause unsuccessful operation or damage.
Integrated circuits on printed circuit boards can be damaged
by electrostatic discharge. Use the following precautions before
working with the Model V743 VXI controller board or the
RAM modules:
Use the grounding wrist strap supplied with this upgrade.
Follow the instructions printed on the strap's package.
Do not wear clothing subject to static charge buildup, such
as wool or synthetic materials.
Do not handle integrated circuits in carpeted areas.
Do not remove the device from its anti-static bag until you
are ready to install it.
Avoid touching circuit leads as much as possible.
40,000 volts can be generated on a
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