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This chapter contains instructions for installing Crescendo/L2

processor upgrade cards into Power Macintosh 5400, 5500, and

Performa 54XX computers.

System Compatibility

At this printing, the Crescendo/L2 processor upgrade cards are

compatible with the latest Mac OS from Apple. For up-to-date Mac OS

compatibility, check our website.

You Should Have

The following items should be included in your product package:

• Crescendo/L2 processor upgrade card

• Crescendo/Encore Install diskette

• Installation manual

• Powered by Sonnet label

For the installation you will also require:

• Medium Phillips screwdriver

Installation Overview

This overview is intended for those with prior experience installing

Sonnet upgrade products or Macintosh hardware. However, we

strongly recommend following the full installation instructions if

this is your first installation of this hardware.

Installing the Crescendo/L2 takes a few easy steps:

1) Install Mac OS 9 (if upgrading as part of this installation)

2) Install Sonnet software

3) Shut down computer

4) Remove logic board from computer

5) If installed, remove Level 2 cache card

6) Reset CUDA switch on logic board

7) Install Crescendo/L2 card into L2 Cache Slot

8) Reinstall logic board into computer

9) Affix the Powered by Sonnet label to front of computer

10) Turn on your newly upgraded computer

11) Reset computer’s date and time

For more complete instructions, follow the installation procedure

outlined in the pages that follow.

Power Macintosh 5400, 5500, and Performa 54XX

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