4 hardware installation outline – ADLINK cPCI-7434 User Manual

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Getting Started

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2.4 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 the
PCI standard. The system BIOS will assign 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) can only be assigned by the 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 of
the system resources. The CompactPCI card can also be inserted into any
CompactPCI I/O slot.

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 selected.

8.

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

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