User Guide155www.nec-computers.com13. Connect any external cables (if they are needed) to the installed option board.14. If you installed a full-length PCI board you must also align the rear edge of thePCI board with the guide slots located in the fan cover.15. If applicable, reinstall all components removed earlier in step 4.16. Replace the right side door and close the front door.17. Plug in the system power cord(s), and power on the system.18. Check that no error message appears during the POST. If an error messageoccurs, write down the message and review the error message listed inchapter 5.19. Start the "BIOS Setup Utility" to set the "Reset Configuration Data" in the"Advanced" menu to "Yes".Removing an Option BoardNote: Expansion slot covers must be installed on all vacantslots to maintain the electromagnetic emissions characteristicsof the system and to assure proper cooling of the systemcomponents.1. Observe the safety and ESD precautions listed under “Upgrading YourSystem” on page 109 and “Static Precautions” on page 109.2. Prepare your system for upgrade. See “Preparing Your System for Upgrade”on page 110.3. Remove the right side door. See “Removing the Right Side Door” on page 111.4. Disconnect any cables attached to the option board you are removing.5. Remove and save the option board retaining bracket setscrew.6. Hold the board at each end and carefully rock it back and forth until the edgeconnectors pull free. Make sure that you do not scrape the board against othercomponents.7. Remove the board from the expansion slot and place it in an antistatic wrapper.If you are replacing a board, go to “Installing an Option Board” on page 149,otherwise continue.8. Insert an expansion slot connector cover into the vacated slot.9. Install an expansion slot cover over the vacant slot using the previouslyremoved setscrew.10. If applicable, reinstall all components removed earlier in step 4.11. Reinstall the right side door on the system chassis. See “Installing the RightSide Door” on page 112.12. Plug in the system power cord(s), and turn on the system.
