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PCI Slots
The one PCI slot support many expansion cards such as a LAN card, USB card, SCSI
card and other cards that comply with PCI specifications. When installing a card into
the PCI slot, be sure that it is fully seated. Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chas-
sis back panel with the screw used to hold the blank cover.
PCI Express x16 Slots
There is one PCI Express x16 slot reserved for graphics or video cards. The band-
width of the x16 slot is up to 4GB/Sec complianting with PCIE 1.1 specification.
When installing a PCI Express x16 card, be sure the retention clip snaps and locks
the card into place. If the card is not seated properly, it could cause a short across the
pins. Secure the card’s metal bracket to the chassis back panel with the screw used
to hold the blank cover.
PCI Express x1 Slots(optional)
There is one PCI Express x1 slot that is designed to accommodate less bandwidth-
intensive cards, such as a modem or LAN card. The x1 slot provides 500 MB/sec
bandwidth.
Expansion Slots
The Intel G31 motherboard contains three expansion slots, one PCI Express X16 slot
,one PCI Express X1 slot (Optional) and one PCI slot. For a full list of PCI Express x16
graphics card supported by this motherboard.
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Hardware Installation
PCI Express x 1 slot(Optional)
PCI slot
PCI Express x 16 slot
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