User`s guide

6 Detailed Installation

Detailed Installation

The following instructions will take you step by step through the

installation of your new FireGL

V5000.

1 Turn off the computer, monitor, and other peripheral devices.

2 Unplug the computer’s power cord and disconnect all cables from the

back of your computer.

3 Remove the computer cover.

If necessary, consult your computer’s manual for help in removing

the cover.

4 Unscrew or unfasten and remove any existing graphics card from

your computer.

Note: If your computer has an on-board graphics capability, you may

need to disable it on the motherboard. For more information, see your

computer documentation.

5 Locate the appropriate slot and, if necessary, remove the metal back-

plate cover.

Consult your system builder or OEM to ensure that your system has an

adequate power supply. A PCI Express™ compatible system has a

specialized 12V graphics card power connector. A 350 watt or greater

power supply is recommended. Consult your computer system manual to

ensure the power supply is designed to accommodate a high-end

graphics card with a peak dissipation above 75 watts.

WARNING - Wait approximately 20 seconds after unplugging the

power cord before disconnecting a peripheral or removing a

component from the motherboard to avoid possible damage to the

motherboard.

WARNING - Remember to discharge your body’s static electricity by

touching the power supply or the metal surface of the computer

chassis.