Powerbase – Sonnet Technologies Crescendo_L2 Processor Upgrade User Manual

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This chapter contains instructions for installing Crescendo/L2 processor
upgrade cards into PowerBase Desktop computers.

System Compatibility

At this printing, the Crescendo/L2 processor upgrade cards are
compatible with the latest Mac OS from Apple. For up-to-date Mac OS
compatibility, check our website.

You Should Have

The following items should be included in your product package:
• Crescendo/L2 processor upgrade card
• Crescendo/Encore Install diskette
• Installation manual
Powered by Sonnet label

For the installation you will also require:
• Medium flatblade screwdriver

Installation Overview

This overview is intended for those with prior experience installing
Sonnet upgrade products or Macintosh hardware. However, we
strongly recommend following the full installation instructions if
this is your first installation of this hardware.

Installing the Crescendo/L2 takes a few easy steps:

1) Install Mac OS 9 (if upgrading as part of this installation)
2) Install Sonnet software
3) Shut down computer
4) Remove case cover from computer
5) If installed, remove Level 2 cache card
6) Reset CUDA switch on logic board
7) Install Crescendo/L2 card into L2 Cache Slot
8) Replace case cover onto computer
9) Affix the Powered by Sonnet label to front of computer

10) Turn on your newly upgraded computer
11) Reset computer’s date and time

For more complete instructions, follow the installation procedure
outlined in the pages that follow.

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