72 Removing and Installing Parts
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PCI Express Cards
Your computer supports one PCI Express x16 card and one PCI Express x1 card.
If you are installing or replacing a PCI Express card, follow the procedures in the next section. If
you are removing but not replacing a card, see "Removing a PCI Express Card" on page 76.
If you are replacing a card, remove the current driver for the card from the operating system.
If you are installing or replacing a PCI card, see "Installing a PCI Card" on page 68.
Installing a PCI Express Card
1
Follow the procedures in "Before You Begin" on page 53.
2
Gently push the release tab on the card retention door from the inside to pivot the door open.
Because the door is captive, it will remain in the open position. (See page 68 for an illustration
of the card retention door.)
3
If your computer includes a card retention mechanism, to secure the x16 card in place from
the top:
a
Pivot the mechanism upward and gently squeeze in on the sides to release the
mechanism from the two tab slots holding it in place.
b
Set the retention mechanism aside in a secure location.
4
If you are installing a new card, remove the filler bracket to create a card-slot opening. Then
continue with step 5.
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 retention
mechanism, remove the top of the retention mechanism by pressing the tab and pulling up
card retention
door
release tabs (2)
card retention
mechanism
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