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2.
Put the option slot cover in a safe place in case you later
remove the option card. Keep the screw and washer. You
will use them to secure the option card to the computer. If
you select one of the two slots that has a grounding tab
attached, be sure to replace it in step 6.
3.
Unpack the option card and read all instructions that come
with it. If necessary, adjust switches or jumper connections
on the card.
If you are installing an optional disk drive controller, see
“Optional Disk Drive Controllers” later in this chapter.
Note
Pay specific attention to the warnings in your option
card instructions. Some devices have delicate CMOS
chips you should not touch.
When you handle the card, be careful not to touch any of
the contacts on the circuit board, especially the gold
connector pins. If you need to put the card down before
installing it, place it with the component side facing down
on top of the original packing. Keep the card’s original
packing materials in case you remove the card later.
Installing Option Cards 4-5