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2. Installation
2.1. Hardware Installation
1. Turn your computer off and any peripherals connected to the computer.
2. Unplug the power cable before installing the host card.
3. Remove the cover from the computer case (Refer to the computer’s manual if necessary).
4. Locate an available PCI Express slot and remove the bracket cover.
5. Insert the card into the PCI Express slot and fasten the bracket to the rear of the case.
6. Be sure to connect the SATA power connector from computer’s power supply to the card as it does
require additional power to function properly (if necessary use the SATA-Molex adapter provided).
7. Place the cover back onto the computer.
8. Insert the power cable into the socket on the power supply.
USB 3.0 ports
SATA power
connector
