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3Dlabs Wildcat Realizm Graphics Accelerator User's Guide

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Preparing for Installation

NOTE: If you purchased your Wildcat Realizm Graphics

Accelerator Card as part of a system, it was preconfigured
to operate in your system before shipment. No other
modifications are necessary. Also, your system’s graphics
accelerator drivers were installed before shipment and are
operative when you receive the system. No further
installation or configuration is necessary unless you
purchased a custom kit or need to reinstall your video
card. Store the driver delivery media that came with your
system in a safe place in case you ever need to reinstall
the drivers.

Before you begin your installation

Save any work in progress, exit all open applications, and disable any software you may have running
such as virus scan software. Always back up your system before you install any new hardware or
software.

1. Turn off power to the computer.

IMPORTANT: Physically remove the power cord from the system

and wait 15 to 30 seconds for standby power to dissipate.
Damage can occur to add-in components if power is not
physically removed from the system during installation
procedures.

2. Take every possible precaution against static electricity as you prepare to install the card.

Static can damage components. If an anti-static wrist strap was included in your box,
please use it during hardware installation. You should also try to work in a static free area
(such as on a tile floor rather than carpet).

• Touch the metal chassis of the computer to drain off any static electricity before

touching the card.

• Do not wear wool or polyester clothing.

• Work in an area with a relative humidity of at least 50 percent.

• Keep the card in the anti-static bag until you are ready to install it.

• Handle the card as little as possible and only by the edges.

Installing your Wildcat Realizm Graphics Accelerator Card

Refer to your computer’s documentation for instructions on opening and closing the computer, identifying
the AGP 8x or PCI Express expansion slots and adding expansion cards.

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