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3. Hardware Installation
Overview
This section describes how to install the Ethernet MCA 10/100 Adapter in one of
the expansion slots in your computer. See the computer documentation for
additional information on installing expansion cards. The term "computer" is used
as a general term to include PCs, computers and computer systems.
Important : Static electricity can be destructive to sensitive components on the
adapter. Discharge yourself by touching a grounded unit before removing the
adapter from the anti-static packing bag.
Installation Requirements
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A medium-sized screwdriver
•
The Operations Guide for your computer.
Adapter Installation
1. Switch all computer system components off and disconnect all main power
supply cables.
2. Place the peripheral units: keyboard, monitor, etc. away from the PC, and
position the PC itself to give yourself easy access to the back panel.
3. Remove the PC top cover to expose the
inside of the PC. See figure 2 for Micro
Channel Architecture (MCA-type)
computers.
4. The MCA 10/100 Adapter fits a 16- or 32-
bit MCA slot.
5. Loosen the thumbscrew that holds the
metal plate on the back panel
corresponding to the chosen slot.
6. If your computer has an additional plastic
cover on the back panel, pry it out
carefully with a screwdriver.
Ethernet MCA 10/100 Adapter v. 1.0, P/N: 710001414
MCA expansion slots
Thumbscrews
MCA 10/100 Adapter
Figure 2. MCA PC Top View
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Back panel
Front panel
Hardware Installation
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