SysKonnect SK-9E21D - Manual (Page 13)

SysKonnect SK-9E21D 10/100/1000Base-T Adapter PCI Express
1 Installation of the Network Adapter
The installation procedure in Hot-Plug systems may differ from the following. For Hot-Plug
systems read the corresponding documentation. Have the computer manual ready and if nec-
essary, a key and/or screwdriver to open the cover and remove the bracket.
To install the adapter in the computer, proceed as follows:
1. Switch off the computer in which the network adapter is to be installed.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet.
Observe the safety instructions (see page 13).
3. Open the computer cover as described in your computer manual.
You may need a screwdriver or similar tool to remove the screws from the cover.
If you are installing a network adapter in a tower computer, we recommend to put the
computer on its side in order to be able to apply the correct force to insert the adapter into
the PCI Express slot.
4. Locate a free PCI Express slot on the motherboard.
5. Consult the section in your computer manual that describes how to install expansion
cards.
6. Remove the bracket from the expansion slot (if applicable).
Follow the instructions in your computer manual.
7. Remove the network adapter from the antistatic bag.
Observe the safety instructions (see page 13).
8. Insert the network adapter into the PCI Express slot as described in your computer man-
ual (also see figure 1 "Insertion of the adapter into the computer").
Make sure that the network adapter is correctly aligned with the PCI Express slot on the
motherboard.
9. Push the network adapter down vertically into the slot until it is firmly seated.
10. If available, tighten the locking screw on the fixing bracket until the adapter is firmly con-
nected to the computer cover (or to the attachment provided for expansion cards).
11. Replace the computer cover.
12. Replace and tighten all screws.
13. Reconnect the power supply.
Observe the safety instructions (see page 13).