Identifying Pci Add-In Boards; Installing A Pci Add-In Board In A Non-Hot-Plug Slot - NEC Express5800 series User Manual

Identifying PCI Add-in Boards

There are three types of PCI boards: 5V PCI boards, 3.3V PCI boards, and
universal PCI boards. See Figure 4-19.
5V PCI Board
A 5V PCI board must be installed into a 5V PCI slot, and a 3.3V PCI board
must be installed into a 3.3V or 5V PCI slot. A universal PCI board can be
installed in any PCI slot.

Installing a PCI Add-In Board in a Non-Hot-Plug Slot

To install a PCI add-in board in a non-hot-plug slot:
1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions listed at the beginning of this
chapter.
2. Power off the system. Ensure the power cords are unplugged from the AC
wall outlet.
3. Remove the rear access cover by following procedures previously described
in this chapter.
4. Remove the system board access cover by following procedures previously
described in this chapter.
5. Open the latches on the front and rear retention mechanisms.
See Figure 4-20.
6. Prepare the new PCI board for installation:
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7. On the edge opposite the connectors, grasp the board by both corners. Orient
the board to the vacant slot so that the metal retention bracket is toward the
rear of the chassis.
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3.3V PCI Board
Figure 4-19. Identifying PCI Add-in Boards
Remove the add-in board from its protective wrapper. Be careful to
not touch the components or gold edge connectors. Place the board
with the component side up on an antistatic surface.
Record the serial number of the new add-in board in your equipment
log.
Set jumpers or switches, as required, according to the manufacturer
instructions.
Universal PCI Board