1.4. Hardware ConfigurationThis chapter describes how to unpack this I/O card and how toinstall it to your system. Both the unpacking information and the jumpersettings are described in the following text. This manual should becarefully read before installation.1.4.1. UnpackingThis I/O card was well-tested and inspected both mechanically andelectrically before shipping. It was free of marks and scratches ourquality delivery policy requires that all equipment be in perfect orderbefore delivery. However, some unconditional damages may occur whileunpacking!! Please read this section before unpacking the card. Feel freeto contact your carrier and retain your carton in case there is error.1. This card should be packed with an anti-static mat.2. The user should wear an anti-static wristband, grounded at the same pointto the anti-static mat.3. Inspect the carton for obvious damage. Either shipping or handing maycause damages!! Be sure there are no shipping and handing damages onthe card before using.4. After opening the carton, place the system board handle on a groundedanti-static surface and let the component side up.CAUTION:This card contains sensitive electronic components that can be easily damaged bystatic electricity.CAUTION: Do not apply power to the board if it has been damaged!• You are now ready to install your card.PCI-P8R8/P16R16/P16C16/P16POR16 User’s Manual (Ver.2.2, 2005/5/5) …8