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1 System Expansions
It may be necessary to update the BIOS when carrying out a system expansion or hardware
upgrade.The device must be switched off when installing/removing the system expansion.
This chapter describes all the activities required to modify your PC hardware (e.g. installing boards
or drives).
Read the supplied documentation before installing new drives and/or boards.
Refer to the technical manual for the mainboard before making any extensions to the mainboard.
Information about boards
Take care with the locking mechanisms (catches and centring pins) when you are replacing board or
components on on board.
To prevent damage to the board or the components and conductors on it, please take care when you
insert or remove boards. Make sure expansion boards are inserted straightly.
Never use sharp objects (screwdrivers) for leverage.
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Boards with electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) are identifiable by the label
shown.
When you handle boards fitted with ESDs, you must, under all circumstances,
observe the following points:
You must always discharge static build up (e.g. by touching a grounded
object) before working.
The equipment and tools you use must be free of static charges.
Remove the power plug from the mains supply before inserting or
removing boards containing ESDs.
Always hold boards with ESDs by their edges.
Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted with ESDs.
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