Chapter 8
Routine Procedures
Removing a PCI Client Adapter
Static electricity can damage your computer and your client adapter. Before opening your computer
Caution
or removing the adapter from the anti-static packaging, discharge static by touching the metal PCI
port covers of your grounded computer (connected to a grounded power connector).
PCI client adapters are installed inside desktop computers. To remove the PCI client adapter, follow the
instructions below:
Step 1
Completely shut down and power off your computer and all accessories.
Step 2
Disconnect the client adapter's antenna.
Step 3
Open or remove your computer cover.
Refer to your Macintosh computer manual for instructions on opening or removing your computer
Note
cover and on locating the PCI expansion slots.
Locate the PCI expansion slot that holds your client adapter.
Step 4
Pull up firmly on the client adapter to release it from the slot and carefully tilt the adapter to allow it to
Step 5
clear the opening in the back panel.
Reinstall the expansion slot cover and replace or close the computer cover.
Step 6
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