1-4 CHAPTER 1: NETWORK INTERFACE C ARD INSTALLATION3 Locate an available ISA or EISA slot and remove thescrew from the corresponding backplate (Figure 1-2).Save the screw.Some PCs have both ISA and PCI slots. Make sure that you installthe EtherLink III ISA NIC in either an ISA or an EISA slot. SeeFigure 1-2.PCI slots, the shortest of the three types of slots, are white. Thelonger ISA slots are black. EISA slots, the longest, are brown.Figure 1-2 Installing the 3C509B NIC4 Remove and discard the backplate.5 Ensure that the shape and length of the edge connector onthe NIC match the slot that you intend to use (Figure 1-2).6 Carefully insert the NIC into the slot; press firmly withsteady pressure to ensure that the NIC is fully seated inthe slot.When the NIC is correctly inserted in the slot, the NIC backplate isflush with the PC backplate.7 Secure the NIC with the backplate screw.8 Replace the PC cover. Reinsert and tighten the cover screws.9 Reconnect all power and peripheral cables.Backplate screwISA or EISA slot3C509B NIC
