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5 expansion slots, 1 installing an expansion card, Expansion slots -15 1.5.1 – Asus Motherboard P8Z77-M User Manual

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Expansion slots

In the future, you may need to install expansion cards. The following sub-sections describe

the slots and the expansion cards that they support.

Unplug the power cord before adding or removing expansion cards. Failure to do so may

cause you physical injury and damage motherboard components.

1.5.1

Installing an expansion card

To install an expansion card:
1.

Before installing the expansion card, read the documentation that came with it and

make the necessary hardware settings for the card.

2.

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

3.

Remove the bracket opposite the slot that you intend to use. Keep the screw for later

use.

4.

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

seated on the slot.

5.

Secure the card to the chassis with the screw you removed earlier.

6.

Replace the system cover.

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