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2.1 Unpacking
2.1.1. Item Checklist
The mainboard package should contain the following:
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• S1684S/SA motherboard
• User's manual
• One IDE 40 pin cable
• One 34-pin floppy cable
• BIOS User's manual
• One Retention module
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(adds): • Sound Addendum C
• Tyan Vibra 16 CD-ROM
2.1.2. Precautionary measures before handling the motherboard
Since the motherboard contains sensitive electronic components which can
easily be damaged by static electricity, the motherboard should be kept in its
original packaging until time of installation.
Before
you open the carton of your motherboard, do the following:
1.Make sure that you stand on an Anti-static mat. (Do not stand on a rug or
carpet.)
2.It is also strongly recommended that you wear an anti-static strap. (Anti-
static straps can be purchased at your local computer hardware stores.)
3.With the power supply plugged in and the system turned off, touch an
unpainted area of the system chassis before handling the motherboard or
any component. Remember to follow the above procedure whenever you
handle the motherboard or its components.
2.1.3. Proper handling of the motherboard
After opening the motherboard carton, remove the board by holding its
edges. Place it on a grounded anti-static surface with the component side up.
Inspect the board for damage. Do not touch the bottom of the board.
(Note:
DO NOT APPLY POWER TO THE BOARD IF IT HAS BEEN DAM-
AGED!)
2.2 Installation of the motherboard
You are now ready to install your motherboard. The mounting hole pattern
of the board matches the ATX system board specifications. Please install
Chapter 2: Board Installation
