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Chapter 2 Hardware Installation 9
Attach one end of the PCI Express cable to the Magma EEX1 card in
the host computer and the other end to the connector on the back of the
Magma unit. The cable connects to the using thumbscrews; therefore
no tools are required for the cable connection.
Although this x1 Host Card will work correctly in any x1, x4, x8, or x16
slot, using a higher rated slot will not increase the speed beyond the
rated x1 speeds.
The Magma EEX1 is a “half-height” x1 PCIe card attached to a “full-
height” bracket for convenient mounting in most desktop computers. It is
also shipped with a low profile card bracket to allow mounting on low
profile computer systems.
For low profile case applications, you may need to change the mounting
bracket to the low profile bracket that shipped with your system. This is
done by removing the screws that hold the card to the bracket. Be sure
you are using proper ESD procedures when completing this action.
For more information on installing PCIe Cards, please refer to your
computer’s user manual or system documentation.
NOTE
If at all possible, plug all power cords from Magma ExpressBox
1
and your computer into a shared power strip, preferably one that
has surge and noise suppression circuitry built into it.
Recheck Installation
Check your installation before powering up Magma ExpressBox
1
for the
first time.