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English 2.4 expansion slot (pci express slot), Installing an expansion card – ASRock FM2A85X-ITX User Manual

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ASRock FM2A85X-ITX Motherboard

English

2.4 Expansion Slot (PCI Express Slot)

There is 1 PCI Express slot on this motherboard.
PCIE Slot: PCIE1 (PCIE x16 slot) is used for PCI Express x16 lane width graphics

cards.

Installing an expansion card

Step 1.

Before installing the expansion card, please make sure that the power
supply is switched off or the power cord is unplugged. Please read the
documentation of the expansion card and make necessary hardware

settings for the card before you start the installation.

Step 2.

Remove the system unit cover (if your motherboard is already installed
in a chassis).

Step 3.

Remove the bracket facing the slot that you intend to use. Keep the
screws for later use.

Step 4.

Align the card connector with the slot and press firmly until the card is
completely seated on the slot.

Step 5.

Fasten the card to the chassis with screws.

Step 6.

Replace the system cover.