Installing Add On Cards; Connecting Ps/2, Usb, Serial And Parallel Devices - TYAN TOMAHAWK BX Manual

Chapter 2
Onboard Resource Settings
be aware that any one of the 5 PCI slots can support a Master
or Slave device.
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NEVER force a card into a slot. If it doesn't fit, look at the socket
on the computer to make sure there are no wires or other
obstructions to the slot.
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NEVER plug an ISA card into a PCI slot or a PCI card in an ISA
slot. You will void your warranty and damage your system board if
you do this.
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When plugging the card in, especially when installing long cards,
try to push the entire card in at one time. Don't force one end of
the card into the socket first and then the other. This will create a
rocking motion between the card and the slot and it will damage the
pins within the socket.
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Make sure that the cards are seated securely into the slots.
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Before turning on the system, make sure no cards are touching
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NOTE: This motherboard operates on a 3.3 volt standby for PCI v2.2.
warning
Because of this, you need to UNPLUG the AC power cord before
installing your card. Otherwise, the motherboard may automatically
power up when the card is inserted into the slot.
If you follow these basic guidelines, there shouldn't be any problems with
installation. However, if you do encounter any problems, have a qualified
professional install your cards for you or contact your card manufacturer.
Remember, always read the manuals and installation notes that come with the
adapter cards. They contain important information which will help you install
the components right, the first time.
8. Connecting PS/2, USB, Serial & Parallel Devices
This board includes ports for USB, PS/2 mouse, and PS/2 keyboard devices.
Note that, for this board, the PS/2 mouse port is the upper PS/2 port, and the
PS/2 keyboard port is the lower PS/2 port.
The PS/2 connectors are probably quite familiar to you. The USB connectors,
however, may be foreign. The USB (Universal Serial Bus) is a versatile port.
This one port type can function as a serial, parallel, mouse, keyboard, or
joystick port. It is fast enough to support video transfer, and is capable of
supporting up to 127 daisy-chained peripheral devices. Figures 2-15 and 2-16
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