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Installing an expansion card, Installing an expansion card –11 – HP DC5000 User Manual

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8. Repeat steps 7 and 8 for any additional modules that you want to

install.

9. Return the Easy Access drive bay to the down position. Be sure

not to pinch the cables in the chassis when lowering the Easy
Access drive bay.

10. Replace the front bezel and computer access panel.

The computer automatically recognizes the additional memory the
next time you power on the computer.

Installing an Expansion Card

The computer has three PCI expansion slots. Each slot can
accommodate an expansion card up to 6.875 inches (17.46 cm)
in length. To install an expansion card:

1. Turn off the computer properly through the operating system,

then turn off any external devices.

2. Disconnect the power cord from the power outlet and disconnect

any external devices.

3. Remove the computer access panel.

4. Identify the slot into which you want to insert the expansion card.