AMD FirePro V7900 SDI, User Manual

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surface of the computer chassis before you touch any components inside
your computer's case to avoid damaging them.
4. Unscrew or unfasten and remove any existing graphics card from your
computer, if necessary.
Caution:
Make sure the PCIe card slot-locking mechanism is unlocked or open before
trying to remove a graphics card. Failure to do so may damage the card and/
or the motherboard. This locking mechanism may be hidden from view by a
card's fansink.
Figure 3–1 Example PCIe Card Slot-locking Mechanism
5. Locate the appropriate slot and, if necessary, remove the metal back-plate cover.
Make sure all internal cables are clear of the slot.
6. Align your AMD FirePro graphics card with the PCIe slot and press it in firmly
until the card is fully seated. You may need to hold open the PCIe card slot-
locking mechanism with your finger when you seat the card.
7. Screw in or fasten the graphics card securely.
8. If your card requires supplementary power and must be connected directly to
the power supply, locate the appropriate power connector cable (or cables) from
the power supply and connect it (or them) to the graphics card's supplementary
power connector(s), which are usually located in the upper corner of the card.
Note: Before installing a card that requires a supplementary power connection,
make sure your existing power supply has such a connection available.
9. Make sure no internal cables are interfering with components inside the
computer (for example, a cooling fan) and replace the computer cover.
10. Reconnect any cables that were disconnected during installation and plug in the
computer's power cord.
11. Turn on the monitor, and then your computer.
12 Hardware Installation
AMD FirePro™ V7900 SDI
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