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E-EQ-VX5RG-G-ARC VX5 Reference Guide
ATA Slot
The ATA slot is connected to the secondary IDE controller. The slot accepts a PCMCIA card or a
compact flash card via a PCMCIA adapter. The VX5 must be powered down before inserting or
removing an ATA card.
Only ATA memory cards may be used in these slots. No other types of PCMCIA or compact
flash cards may be used in the ATA slots. The ATA slots do not provide for “hot swapping” of
cards.
Install an ATA Card
1. Turn the VX5 off and detach the power cable.
2. Loosen the three (3) Phillips head screws securing the access panel cover so the cover
can be removed. The screws are a captive part of the cover and cannot be removed.
3. Insert the card into the ATA slot. This slot accepts an ATA PCMCIA card or a compact
flash ATA card in a PCMCIA adapter.
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Figure 2-41 Inserting the ATA Card
Note: The tethered access panel cover is not shown in the illustration above.
Note: When this process is complete, reattach the access cover screws using a torque
wrench capable of measuring to 9±1 inch pounds (1.016±.11 N/m). The screws
must be fastened to 9 inch pounds each. The screws require a Phillips size 1
driver head.
4. Re-connect the power cord/cable and turn the VX5 on.
5. Review the BIOS settings to ensure the ATA card is recognized as the secondary drive.
