ASROCK SG41M-GE3, User Manual

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ASRock G41M-GE3 Motherboard
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There are 2 PCI slots and 2 PCI Express slots on this motherboard.
PCI slots: PCI slots are used to install expansion cards that have the 32-bit PCI
interface.
PCIE slots:
PCIE1 (PCIE x1 slot) is used for PCI Express cards with x1 lane width
cards, such as Gigabit LAN card, SATA2 card, etc.
PCIE2 (PCIE x16 slot) is used for PCI Express cards with x16 lane
width graphics cards.
If you install the add-on PCI Express VGA card to PCIE2 (PCIE x16 slot),
the onboard VGA will be disabled. If you install the add-on PCI Express
VGA card to PCIE2 (PCIE x16 slot) and adjust the BIOS options “Primary
Graphics Adapter” to [Onboard] and “Share Memory” to [Auto], then the
onboard VGA will be enabled, and the primary screen will be onboard
VGA.
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Step 1. Before installing the expansion card, please make sure that the power
supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the
documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware
settings for the card before you start the installation.
Step 2. Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screws
for later use.
Step 3. Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.
Step 4. Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.