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4-2 Adding Expansion Devices
This chapter provides information for adding a variety of industry-
standard expansion devices to your system.
Included in the chapter are procedures for installing:
! USB devices
! PC cards
! memory modules
! hard drive
! printer
! external monitor
! external serial devices.
Safety Precautions
Observe safety rules when handling system components. Avoid electric
shock or personal injury by observing the following warning.
Before removing the panel on the bottom of the
system unit, wake a system in sleep mode, close Windows, turn off system
power, and unplug the system AC power adapter. Power is removed only
when the AC power adapter is unplugged.
Static electricity and improper installation procedures can damage
computer components. Protect computer components by following these
safety instructions.
Electrostatic discharge can damage system
components. Discharge static electricity by touching a metal object before
removing the panel on the bottom of the system unit.
! Avoid carpets in cool, dry areas. Leave PC cards and memory
modules in their anti-static packaging until ready to be installed.