Installing the module

  1. Power off the system and while taking ESD precautions, remove the nShield Solo or nShield Solo XC card from its packaging.

  2. Open the computer case and locate an empty PCIe slot. If necessary, follow the instructions that your computer manufacturer supplied.

    The nShield Solo must be fitted to a PCIex1 slot and the nShield Solo XC must be fitted to a PCIEx4 slot .

    Do not install a nShield Solo or nShield Solo XC module into a PCI slot. See the instructions that your computer manufacturer supplied to correctly identify the slots on your computer.

    If there is a blanking plate across the opening to the outside of the computer, remove it. Check that the opening is large enough to enable you to access the module back panel.

  3. Insert the contact edge of the module into the empty slot. Press the card firmly into the connector to ensure that:

    • The contacts are fully inserted in the connector

    • The back panel is correctly aligned with the access slot in the chassis

  4. Use the bracket screw or fixing clip to secure the module to the computer chassis.

  5. Check that the two jumper switches on the module are still in required positions (see Back panel and jumper switches).

  6. Check that the Mode switch is still in the center O (operational) position.

  7. Replace the computer case.

Fitting a smart card reader

Connect the smart card reader to the connector on the back panel of the module. A D-type to mini-DIN adapter cable is supplied with the nShield Solo and nShield Solo XC.

After installing the module

After you install the module, check regularly to ensure that it has not been tampered with during operation. After you install the module, you must install the Security World Software. Although methods of installation vary from platform to platform, the Security World Software should automatically detect the module on your computer and install the drivers. You do not have to restart the system.