Sonnet Technologies Aria extreme CardBus and PCI Card Windows User Manual
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Chapter 2—Installing the Aria extreme Card and Software
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Installing the Aria extreme PCI Adapter Card
This section covers the installation of the Aria extreme PCI into a desktop computer. If this
does not apply to you, skip to the page 11.
WARNING:
When handling computer products, you must take care to prevent components from being
damaged by static electricity. Before opening your computer or removing parts from their
packages, always ground yourself first by touching a metal part of the computer, such as a port
access cover, and work in an area free of static electricity; avoid carpeted area. Handle all
electronic components by their edges, and avoid touching connector traces and component
pins.
Basic Installation Procedure
1.
Shut down your computer.
2.
Open your computer to access the expansion card area (PCI slots); refer to your
computer’s user manual for specific info.
3.
Locate an available PCI slot inside your computer and remove its port access cover, if
present, from the rear of the computer.