IEI Integration EC-1040G - Manual (Page 29)

EC-1040GB Workstation
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4.1 Installation Considerations
4.1.1 Installation Precautions
When installing the EC-1040GB, please follow the precautions listed below:
ƒ Read the user manual: The user manual provides a complete description of
the EC-1040GB rackmount workstation, installation instructions and
configuration options.
ƒ Turn Off Power: When installing the EC-1040GB rackmount workstation,
make sure the power is off. Failing to turn off the power may cause severe
injury to the user and/or damage the system.
ƒ Certified Engineers: Only certified engineers and technicians should install
and modify the EC-1040GB rackmount workstation. Non-certified engineers
or technicians should not attempt to install the EC-1040GB rackmount
workstation.
ƒ Mounting: The EC-1040GB rackmount workstations are heavy devices.
When rack mounting the EC-1040GB rackmount workstation, please ensure
that at least two people are assisting with the procedure.
ƒ Anti-static Discharge: Electronic components like CPU cards and
backplanes must be installed into the EC-1040GB rackmount workstation.
Follow proper grounding procedures before installing these components.
4.1.2 Installation Prerequisites
Prepare the following before installing the EC-1040GB rackmount workstation:
ƒ Completely installed CPU card: The EC-1040GB rackmount workstation
CPU card is separately purchased. Before installing the EC-1040GB
rackmount workstation, a CPU card should be properly installed. The
following components may also have to be installed (refer to the user manual
that came with the CPU card):
o CPU
o Heatsink and cooling fan
o Memory modules (DIMMs)
o Compact flash disks
ƒ Backplane/Motherboard: The backplane or motherboard installed in the