- 10 - Hardware Installation
1-1  Installation Precautions
The motherboard/system contain numerous delicate electronic circuits and components which 
can become damaged as a result of electrostatic discharge (ESD). Prior to installation, carefully 
read the service guide and follow these procedures:
  •  Prior to installation, do not remove or break motherboard S/N (Serial Number) sticker or 
warranty sticker provided by your dealer. These stickers are required for warranty validation.
  •  Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before 
installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
  •  When connecting hardware components  to the internal  connectors on  the  motherboard, 
make sure they are connected tightly and securely.
  •  When handling the motherboard, avoid touching any metal leads or connectors.
  •  It is best to  wear an electrostatic  discharge  (ESD) wrist strap  when handling electronic 
components such as a motherboard, CPU or memory. If you do not have an ESD wrist 
strap, keep your hands dry and rst touch a metal object to eliminate static electricity.
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Prior to installing the motherboard, please have it on top of an antistatic pad or within an 
electrostatic shielding container.
  •  Before unplugging  the power supply cable  from  the motherboard, make sure  the  power 
supply has been turned off.
  •  Before turning on the power, make sure the power supply voltage has been set according to 
the local voltage standard.
  •  Before using the product, please verify that all cables and power connectors of your 
hardware components are connected.
  •  To prevent damage to the motherboard, do not allow screws to come in contact with the 
motherboard circuit or its components.
  •  Make sure there are no leftover screws or metal components placed on the motherboard or 
within the computer casing.
  •  Do not place the computer system on an uneven surface
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  •  Do not place the computer system in a high-temperature environment.
  •  Turning on  the computer power during the installation process  can lead to damage to 
system components as well as physical harm to the user.
  •  If you are uncertain about any installation steps or have a problem related to the use of the 
product, please consult a certied computer technician.
Chapter 1  Hardware Installation