Hardware Reference Guide
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Hardware Upgrades
10. Replace the front bezel and computer access panel.
The computer automatically recognizes the additional memory the
next time you power on the computer.
Installing an Expansion Card
The computer has four PCI expansion slots. Each slot can
accommodate a half-height PCI or PCI Express expansion card up to
6.6 inches (16.764 cm) in length.
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You can install a PCI card or a PCI Express x1, x4, x8, or x16
expansion card in each expansion slot.
To install an expansion card:
1. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system,
then turn off any external devices.
2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect
any external devices.
3. Remove the computer access panel. Refer to
“Removing the
Computer Access Panel and Front Bezel.”
4. Identify the slot into which you want to insert the expansion card.
