Removing and Installing Parts 115
Installing a PCI/PCI Express Card
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 99.
2
Remove the computer cover. See "Removing the Computer Cover" on page 101.
3
Remove the screw holding the card retention bracket.
4
Lift the card retention bracket and set it aside in a secure place.
5
If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a
cardslot opening.
6
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.
• For PCI card, grasp the card by its top corners, and ease it out of its
connector.
• For PCI Express card, pull the securing tab, grasp the card by its top
corners, and then ease it out of its connector.
NOTE: The position of the card shown in the illustration is indicative and may vary
from the original.
1 card retention bracket 2 filler bracket
1
2
book.book Page 115 Monday, December 10, 2007 3:12 PM
To Next Page
Loading...
