10 hardware installation outline – ADLINK PCM-9112+ User Manual

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Installation

2.10 Hardware Installation Outline

PCI configuration

The PCI cards (or CompactPCI cards) are equipped with plug and play PCI
controllers, it can request base addresses and interrupts according to PCI
standards. The system BIOS will install the system resources based on the
PCI cards’ configuration registers and system parameters (which are set by
the system BIOS). Interrupt assignment and memory usage (I/O port
locations) of the PCI cards can only be assigned by system BIOS. These
system resource assignments are done on a board-by-board basis. It is not
suggested to assign the system resource by any other methods.

PCI slot selection

The PCI card can be inserted into any PCI slot without any configuration
modification to the system resources. Please note that the PCI system board
and slot must provide bus-mastering capability to operate at its optimum level.

Installation Procedures

1. Turn off your computer.

2. Turn off all accessories (printer, modem, monitor, etc.) connected to

your computer.

3. Remove the cover from your computer.

4. Setup jumpers on the PCI or CompactPCI card.

5. Select a 32-bit PCI slot. PCI slot are shorter than ISA or EISA slots,

and are usually white or ivory.

6. Before handling the PCI cards, discharge any static buildup on your

body by touching the metal case of the computer. Hold the edge and
do not touch the components.

7. Position the board into the PCI slot you have selected.

8. Secure the card in place at the rear panel of the system.

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