Kreisen 3 8 6 X / X E User Manual

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the factory, expansion boards are plugged into the main system

unit’s mother board.

There are expansion boards available for a wide variety of
functions.- The most common expansion boards provide such

functions as extra I/O ports, high resolution video graphics and

system memory expansion.

The basic computer is shipped from the factory with only the

system motherboard installed. If you have purchased a system

with a video monitor or a hard disk system installed, the

necessary controller board(s) should also be installed. If you are
adding these systems to a basic computer, or expanding your
system by installing additional hardware, follow the procedure

below to install the circuit boards.

First, read all of the instructions provided with the expansion
product. Then, carefully unpack the circuit board(s) to be

installed.

Warning!

Most computer circuit boards have “static sensitive”

components on them. These parts can be damaged by
static electricity, which can be generated by rubbing your
hand across the exposed metal parts an the board. To

avoid this damage, always handle circuit boards by their

edges, being careful to avoid contact with the exposed edge

connectors and parts.

Following the instructions provided with the expansion board,

set any configuration switches and jumpers on the expansion

board.

Open the main system unit cabinet and set the configuration
jumpers on the system motherboard to match the new

hardware arrangement. You will be able to do this without

removing the system motherboard from the main system unit

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Expanding Your System

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