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Chapter 3: Maintenance and Component Installation
3.7 PCI Expansion Cards
The system includes a pre-installed riser card that positions one or two full-height, PCIe x16
cards at a 90 degree angle, allowing it to fit inside the chassis.
Installing PCI Expansion Cards
1. Remove power as described in Section 3.1 and remove the chassis cover.
2.
Remove five screws, three at the chassis front and two along the chassis side.
3. Hold the bracket corner with one hand and the plastic handle with another. Lift the
bracket vertically.
Warning:
Do not tilt or wiggle the riser bracket when lifting it up.
Figure 3-6. Removing the Riser Card Bracket
Expansion Card
Slot Shield
Three Screws
Two Screws
Plastic Handle
Bracket Corner
