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System expansions
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It may be necessary to update the BIOS when carrying out a system expansion or
hardware upgrade. In this instance, please contact our customer service center.
When installing components with a high power loss, make sure that the maximum
permissible temperatures of the individual components are not exceeded.
The device must be switched off when installing/removing the system expansions and
may not be in the Suspend mode.
This chapter describes all the activities required to modify your PC hardware (e. g. installing boards
or drives).
Memory and processor upgrading are described in the Technical Manual for the system board.
Read the supplied documentation before installing new drives and/or boards.
Refer to the Technical Manual for the system board before making any extensions on the system
board.
Information on boards
To prevent damage to the system board or the components and conductors on it, please take great
care when you insert or remove boards. Take care above all to ensure that extension boards are
slotted in straight without damaging components or conductors on the system board, or any other
components, for example EMI spring contacts.
Be especially careful with the locking mechanisms (catches, centering pins etc.) when you replace
the system board or components on it, for example memory modules or processors.
Never use sharp objects (screwdrivers) for leverage.
Boards with electrostatic sensitive devices (ESD) are identifiable by the
label shown.
When you handle boards fitted with ESDs, you must observe the following
points under all circumstances:
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You must always discharge yourself (e. g. by touching a grounded
object) before working.
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The equipment and tools you use must be free of static charges.
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Pull out the power plug before inserting or pulling out boards containing
ESDs.
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Always hold boards with ESDs by their edges.
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Never touch pins or conductors on boards fitted with ESDs.
