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Installation
Installing the hardware and software
Installing the hardware and software
This section describes the process of installing your HP Praesidium
SpeedCard and matching software.
Electrostatic Discharge (ESD) Precautions
CAUTION
The HP Praesidium SpeedCard contains electronic components that can
easily be damaged by small amounts of static electricity. To avoid
damage, follow these guidelines:
• Store the card in its antistatic plastic bag until you are ready to
• Work in a static-free area, if possible.
• Handle the card only by the edges. Do not touch electronic
• Use the disposable grounding wrist strap provided with the card.
• Use a suitable ground—any exposed metal surface on the computer
Before attempting to install an HP Praesidium SpeedCard, please review
NOTE
your system documentation to determine if there are any safety
warnings, special cautions, or installation requirements for your system.
Installing an A5484A HSC SpeedCard
The HSC version of the HP Praesidium SpeedCard is installed in K-class
systems in either the HSC Expansion I/O card or the Core I/O card.
Before you begin installing the card, be sure you have free slots available
in the HSC Expansion I/O card or the Core I/O card.
Please refer to the user documentation provided with your computer for
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install it.
components or electrical traces.
Follow the instructions included with the strap.
chassis.
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