ADLINK Technology cPCI-3920 Series User Manual

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ADLINK Technology cPCI-3920 Series User Manual Manual pdf 65 page image

Getting Started 554 Getting StartedThe cPCI-3920 has been designed for easy installation. However,the following standard precautions, installation procedures, andgeneral information must be observed to ensure proper installationand to preclude damage to the board, other system components,or injury to personnel.4.1 Safety RequirementsThe following safety precautions must be observed when installingor operating the cPCI-3920. ADLINK assumes no responsibility forany damage resulting from failure to comply with these require-ments.Exercised due care when handling the board as the heat sink canget very hot. Do not touch the heat sink when installing or remov-ing the board. The board should not be placed on any surface or inany form of storage container until the board and heat sink havecooled down to room temperature.If your board type is not specifically qualified as being hot swapcapable, switch off the CompactPCI system power before install-ing the board in a free CompactPCI slot. Failure to do so couldendanger your life or health and may damage your board or sys-tem.Certain CompactPCI boards require bus master and/or Rear I/Ocapability. If you are in doubt whether such features are requiredfor the board you intend to install, please check your specificboard and/or system documentation to make sure that your sys-tem is provided with an appropriate free slot in which to insert theboard.This CompactPCI board contains electrostatically sensitivedevices. Please observe the necessary precautions to avoid dam-age to your board:X Discharge your clothing before touching the assembly.Tools must be discharged before use.X Do not touch components, connector-pins or traces.X If working at an anti-static workbench with professional dis-charging equipment, please do not omit to use it.