Shut down and open computer, Remove fan assembly – Sonnet Technologies Encore_ST G4 Duet 1.8 GHz Processor Upgrade Card User Manual

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Figure 32

Figure 31

Figure 30

Figure 29

security lock

port access

cover

side panel

raise release latch

screw

screw

Installation—QuickSilver 001 and 00 Models

This section covers the installation of the Encore/ST G4 Duet into
Power Mac G4 QuickSilver 2001 and QuickSilver 2002 models. If you
are installing this product into an AGP Graphics or Gigabit Ethernet
model, go back to page 3. If you are installing this product into a
Digital Audio model, go back to page 6.

Shut Down and Open Computer

1. Shut down your Power Mac. If the computer has been on for a

while, allow 20 minutes for it to completely cool before begin-
ning the installation.

2. If you need to move the computer to a different area where you

can work freely, disconnect any connected cables, move the com-
puter, then reconnect the power cord to the computer and an
electrical outlet.

3. Touch a port access cover on the back of the computer to dis-

charge any potential damaging static electricity

(Figure 29).

4. Disconnect the power cord from the computer.

5. Locate the security lock at the back of the computer (Figure 30).

If it is not already pressed in, press it in now.

6. With the right side of the case facing you, open your Power Mac

by lifting the release latch and lowering the side panel away from
the computer’s case

(Figure 31).

Remove Fan Assembly

1. With the back of the computer facing you, remove the two indi-

cated screws

(Figure 32).

WARNING:

When handling computer products, take care to

prevent components from being damaged by static electricity;

avoid working in carpeted areas. Handle processor upgrade cards only
by their edges and avoid touching connector traces and component
pins. Also, avoid touching the logic board and any of its components.

Support Note:

To avoid generating a static charge in your

body, do not walk around the room until after you finish

installing the Encore card and close the computer.

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