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Chapter 2: Hardware setup

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2.5

Expansion slot

2.5.1

Installing an expansion card to the riser card bracket

The barebone server comes with two riser card brackets. You need to remove the

bracket if you want to install PCI Express x8 or x16 expansion cards.
To install a PCI Express x8 or x16 card in PCIE1 slot:

2. Place the riser card bracket on a

flat and stable surface, then remove

the screw from the slot bay.

1. Firmly hold the riser card bracket,

then pull it up to detach it from

the PCI Express x16 slot on the

motherboard.

3. Install a PCI Express x8 or x16

card to the bracket as shown, then

secure the card with a screw.

PCI Express x16 slot