ADLINK PXI-3950 - Manual (Page 43)

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PXI-3950
User’s Manual
3 Getting Started
This chapter gives the illustration of how to install the PXI-3950
into your PXI system. Additional hardware installation and BIOS
setup are also described. Please note that the PXI-3950 is
shipped with CPU, RAM and HDD preinstalled. The procedures of
installing the operating system and booting from a USB or CF
device are also illustrated. Please contact ADLINK or our autho-
rized dealer if you meet any problem during the installation.
3.1 Installation Environment
Whenever unpacking and preparing to install any equipment
described in this manual, please refer to the Important Safety
Instructions chapter of this manual.
Only install equipment in well lit areas on flat, sturdy surfaces with
access to basic tools such as flat and cross head screwdrivers,
preferably with magnetic heads as screws and standoffs are small
and easily misplaced.
Recommended Installation Tools
X Phillips (cross-head) screwdriver
X Flat-head screwdriver
X Anti-static Wrist Strap
X Anti-static mat
ADLINK PXI-3950 System Controllers are electro-static sensitive
equipment that can be easily damaged by static electricity. The
equipment must be handled on a grounded anti-static mat. The
operator must wear an anti-static wristband, grounded at the same
point as the anti-static mat.
Inspect the carton and packaging for damage. Shipping and han-
dling could cause damage to the equipment inside. Make sure that