User's Manual

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SKM-U mPC
3.2 Installing the Motherboard
Before you start to set up system, take a moment to become familiar with the location sand
purposes of the controls, drives, connections and ports, which are illustrated in the figures below.
1. Safety Precautions
Follow these safety precautions when installing the motherboard:
• Wear a grounding strap attached to a grounded device to avoid damage from static elec-
tricity.
• Discharge static electricity by touching the metal case of a safely grounded object before
working on the motherboard.
• Leave components in the static-proof bags.
• Always remove the AC power by unplugging the power cord from the power outlet before
installing or removing the motherboard or other hardware components.
2. Installing the motherboard in a Chassis
• Aim four locating holes of the SKM-U motherboard.
• Use four screws to secure the motherboard.
Do not over-tighten the screws as this can stress the motherboard.