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Overview of Components
PCI_E1~5, PCI1: PCIe/ PCI Expansion Slots
PCI_E1: PCIe 2.0 x1 slot
PCI_E2: PCIe 2.0 x16 slot
PCI_E3: PCIe 2.0 x1 slot
PCI_E4: PCIe 2.0 x1 slot
PCI_E5: PCIe 2.0 x8 slot
PCI1: PCI slot
Important
y
For a single PCIe x16 expansion card installation with optimum performance, using
the PCI_E2 slot is recommended.
y
When adding or removing expansion cards, always turn off the power supply and
unplug the power supply power cable from the power outlet. Read the expansion
card’s documentation to check for any necessary additional hardware or software
changes
y
If you install a large and heavy graphics card, you need to use a tool such as
MSI Gaming Series Graphics Card Bolster to support its weight and to prevent
deformation of the slot.
Multiple graphics cards installation recommendation
X16
X8
X8