3: Fitting Hardware Options
Removing a Card
Note:
Access to the adapter cards may be limited. If you need to remove
any cables please make a note of the orientation BEFORE removal.
Toolbox: Pozidriv no. 1 screwdriver
1. Remove the cover.
2. Disconnect any cables connected to the card making a quick
sketch of their orientation and where they plug into. You can then
refer to the sketch if you need to refit the card.
3. Unscrew the single screw on the card mounting bracket and put
the screw in a safe place.
4. Holding the card by the upper edge or corners, gently pull the
card up, rocking the card from side to side if necessary.
5. Remove the card from the computer and put it in a safe place
(preferably in an anti-static bag or container).
6. Replace the metal blanking plate, which was removed when the
card was fitted and screw it into place.
7. Replace any cables you disconnected earlier.
8. Replace the cover of the computer and reconnect your system as
shown on the Quick Start Guide.
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