Product specifications

4-4
Installing Memory, the Avid Board Set, and the Fan Kit
PCI Board Configuration
Slot configuration guidelines are mandatory due to PCI bus
requirements, and interconnection requirements of the Meridien
display controller board, Meridien digital media boards, and the 3D
DVE effects Genie board (Genie 3D effects board). PCI boards must be
installed into the system using configurations explained in this
section.
Observe these points for successful installation:
• Figure 4-1 defines the slot numbers as assigned by IBM:
- The AGP slot is slot 1 (this slot is not used by the Avid
board set). The AGP board must be removed.
- PCI slots are numbered PCI slot 1 to PCI slot 5.
• All PCI slots are 32-bit PCI slots.
• In general you should attempt to install the boards into the lower
slots first (PCI slot 5) and work your way up (this prevents you
from scraping your knuckles).
• Care must be exercised when installing boards into PCI slots.
- Never attempt to force the board into a slot.
- Ensure that each board is seated properly in the PCI slot.
• When you place boards into either PCI slot 3, 4, or 5, be careful not
to disturb the CD-ROM audio connection or internal speaker
cables toward the rear of the system (could pinch the cable).
• Secure each board to the expansion bulkhead after installation.