If you are installing or replacing a PCI Express card, follow the procedures in the next section. If you are removing but not replacing a card, see
Removing a
PCI Express Card
.
If you are replacing a card, remove the current driver for the card from the operating system.
Installing a PCI Express Card
1.
Follow the procedures in
Before You Begin
.
2.
Gently push the release tab on the card retention door from the inside to pivot the door open. Because the door is attached, it will remain in the open
position.
3.
If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening, then continue with
step 5
.
4.
If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its connector.
If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card.
5.
Prepare the card for installation.
See the documentation that came with the card for information on configuring the card, making internal connections, or otherwise customizing it for your
computer.
6.
If you are installing the card into the x16 card connector, position the card so the securing slot is aligned with the securing tab, and then gently pull the
securing tab.
1 PCI Express x16 card
2 PCI Express x1 card
3 PCI Express x1 card slot
4 PCI Express x16 card slot
1
retention arm tab
2
PCI Express card
3
edge connector
4
card connector
5
securing tab
6
securing slot
CAUTION:
Some network adapters automatically start the computer when they are connected to a network. To guard against electrical shock, be
sure to unplug your computer from its electrical outlet before installing any cards.
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