Installation Manual

Avoiding damage during Installation and removal of system components
System components should never be installed inside a system case while the system is powered
up. This includes the processor and any internally pluggable component such as internal
graphics, audio, and network interface cards etc. Powered installation can not only damage the
processor, it can also damage the component being installed.
Avoiding damage from hot plugging external system connectors
Connecting devices that do not comply with industry hot plugging specifications can be the
source of electrical power damage, the source includes display connector, interface cards and/or
USB port. It is good practice to always switch off the power of the monitor(s) and computer
when connecting graphics cables.
For any USB components, AMD recommends only using USB components that have metal
shielded connectors. An example of the metal shield is shown in the image. AMD also
recommends disabling USB components with the operating system USB removal software
function to avoid data corruption and also reduce the risk of damage.