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PCI and PCI Express Cards

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6 Place the card in the connector and press down firmly. Ensure that the card

is fully seated in the slot.

7 Replace the screw that secures the card to the chassis
8 Connect any cables that should be attached to the card.

See the documentation for the card for information about the card’s cable

connections.

CAUTION:

Do not route card cables over or behind the cards. Cables routed over

the cards can prevent the computer cover from closing properly or cause damage
to the equipment.

9 Replace the computer cover (see "Replacing the Computer Cover" on

page 16).

10 To complete the installation, see "Configuring Your Computer After

Removing or Installing a PCI/PCI Express Card" on page 30.

1 PCI Express x16 card

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PCI Express x16 card connector

3 securing tab

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retention mechanism

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