Install Pci Cards In Pci Expansion Chassis - Magma PCI Expansion System User Manual

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Slide the enclosure cover backwards, disengaging
it from the guides at the front of the enclosure, by
firmly grasping the rear cover lip over the card IO
area and pulling the cover backward about ¼" and
then lifting the cover off.
CAUTION
When replacing the enclosure cover, be sure that the front edge
guides on the cover engage the inner lip of the enclosure.

Install PCI Cards in PCI Expansion Chassis

CAUTION
When installing PCI cards or hard drives, please ensure that the input
current rating specified on the AC input label is not exceeded.
Slot ordering in the 2 Slot
CardBus PCI Expansion
chassis should begin with
the top slot – labeled
SLOT 4.
Generally, when install-
rd
ing 3 Party PCI cards in
the MAGMA expansion
chassis, it should make no difference which PCI slot you place your
cards in, unless specified by the card manufacturer.
Install PCI cards following PCI card manufacturer's recommendations.
Some PCI card manufacturers recommend that you install their software
driver(s) prior to installing the hardware. If this is the case, you should
install their driver before you connect and power up the expansion
chassis.
Make sure that all PCI cards are fully seated in their connectors. When
correctly seated in its connector, you will notice a firm resistance when
you pull up gently on the card. To keep the cards in place, secure them
in the enclosure with their retaining screws (supplied with the MAGMA
expansion chassis).
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