Solid State Logic 4.3 - Manual (Page 13)

Soundscape Mixpander
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Installing the SSL Soundscape Mixpander
NOTE: The guidelines below are general and apply in most cases. However, since all PCs are
different, it is advisable to check your computer’s instruction manual for specific information. For
example, for some PCs, the front panel needs to be removed first in order the access the cover
mounting screws.
NOTE: If possible, use an anti‐static wristband when installing the SSL Soundscape Mixpander. If
not, touch the computer casing before you touch the card, and avoid touching the circuit board or
components unnecessarily (although you will need to push the edge of the circuit board in order to fit
the card into a PCI slot).
1. Turn off all power to your computer, unplug it from the mains and disconnect all
peripheral devices.
2. Remove the computer cover. This usually involves removing some screws, sliding the
cover forwards or backwards, and then lifting it away from the base.
3. Position the computer so that you can easily see and access its motherboard.
4. Locate a free full length PCI expansion slot and remove the corresponding expansion slot
cover from the back of the computer. This involves removing a screw, which will be used
later to secure the card into place.
5. Grab the card by its metal backplate and place the gold-fingered edge connector directly
above the chosen PCI expansion slot on the computer’s motherboard, with the 68-pin
connector facing towards the rear panel. Gently push the card into the slot until it fits into
place. You may place your fingers on the edge of the card to push it into place without
using excessive force. Make sure the card is fully inserted into the slot before proceeding to
the next step.
6. Use the screw which held the expansion slot cover to secure the card.
7. Replace the computer cover and secure it with the screws removed in step 2.
8. Connect the Expansion Bus port on the backplate to the Expansion Bus port on the back of
the Alpha Link unit. The SSL Soundscape Mixer software will only recognize an SSL
Soundscape Mixpander if a suitable XLogic Alpha-Link unit is connected and switched on.
WARNING: The PC and Alpha-Link must be switched off when connecting the Expansion
Bus ports, otherwise damage may result.