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2
Gently push the release tab on the card retention latch from the inside to pivot the latch open. The
latch will remain in the open position.
3
Open the card retention mechanism that secures the card in place from the top:
a
Place your thumb on the top of the card retention mechanism and grip the bottom of the
retention mechanism with your fingers.
b
With your free hand, gently squeeze the sides of the card retention mechanism to release it
from the tab slots holding it in place.
c
Pivot the card retention mechanism upward to release it from the two tab slots.
4
If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening. Then
continue with step 6.
5
If you are replacing a card that is already installed in the computer, remove the card.
If necessary, disconnect any cables connected to the card. If your card includes a card retention
bar, remove the bar. Gently pull the securing tab, grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out
of its connector.
1
card retention latch
4
card-edge connector
2
alignment guide
5
card connector
3
card
6
release tab
2
3
1
4
5
6