2 - 1 2
2 - 1 2
2 - 1 2
2 - 1 2
2 - 1 2
C h a p t e r 2 : B a s i c i n s t a l l a t i o n
C h a p t e r 2 : B a s i c i n s t a l l a t i o n
C h a p t e r 2 : B a s i c i n s t a l l a t i o n
C h a p t e r 2 : B a s i c i n s t a l l a t i o n
C h a p t e r 2 : B a s i c i n s t a l l a t i o n
2.6
Expansion slots
In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following
sub-sections describe the slots and the expansion cards that they support.
2.6.1
2.6.1
2.6.1
2.6.1
2.6.1
Installing an expansion card
Installing an expansion card
Installing an expansion card
Installing an expansion card
Installing an expansion card
To install an expansion card:
1.
Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that
came with it and make the necessary hardware settings for the card.
2.
Remove the metal bracket
opposite the slot that you
intend to use. Keep the screw
for later use.
Make sure to unplug the power cord before adding or removing
expansion cards. Failure to do so may cause you physical injury and
damage motherboard components.
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4.
Align the card connector with
the slot and press firmly until
the card is completely seated
on the slot.
5.
Secure the card to the chassis
with the screw you removed
earlier.
3.
Remove the metal bracket lock.
