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3. Reinstall and reconnect any parts you removed or disconnected to reach the DIMM
sockets.
Battery Replacement
When your computer is turned off, a lithium battery keeps the time-of-day clock and the
values in CMOS RAM current.
The battery should last about seven years.
When the battery
begins to die, it loses voltage; when the
voltage drops below a
certain level, the Setup program settings
stored in CMOS RAM
(for example, the date and time) might not be
accurate. Replace the
battery with an equivalent one.
If your local ordinances permit, you may
dispose of individual
batteries as normal trash. Do not expose batteries to excessive heat or fire. Keep all
batteries away from children.
CAUTION
Danger of explosion if the battery is incorrectly replaced. Replace only with the same or
equivalent type recommended by the equipment manufacturer. Discard used batteries
according to manufacturer's instructions.
Expansion Card Installation
The computer system should be switched off and the power cord removed before
installing any expansion cards into the system. Failure to do so may cause severe
damage to both your motherboard and expansion cards.
Before installing an expansion card, read it’s documentation regarding any hardware or
software settings that may be required to set up your specific card.
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Set any necessary jumpers on the expansion card.
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Remove your computer system’s cover.
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Identify the type of slot where the expansion card will be installed and isolate one of
the vacant slots for your card.
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Remove the blanking bracket for that slot and retain for possible future use.
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Carefully align the cards edge connector with the motherboard slot and press down
firmly to seat the card in the slot, a rocking motion usually makes this easier.
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Secure the cards’ back-plate with the screw you removed earlier.
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Replace the computer system’s cover.
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Plug in the power cord and proceed to install any drivers or software needed for that
card.
