3Choose an expansion slot
Most computers have different types of expansion slots. Choose an AGP or PCI slot, depending on the type of Matrox card you have. Your system manual should identify the location of each type of expansion slot in your computer.
(Back of computer)
AGP slot
PCI slot
ISA slot
WARNING: Inserting your Matrox card into the wrong type of slot could damage your card, your computer, or both.
If you have an AGP card, don’t insert the plastic tab (see picture) into the slot.
Plastic tab
PCI card | AGP card |
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4 Insert your Matrox card
a Remove the cover for the slot you intend to use.
b Save the screw for the mounting bracket. Position your Matrox card over the expansion slot you’ve chosen.
cPush the card in firmly and evenly until
it’s fully seated in the slot.
d Replace the screw to secure the bracket of your Matrox card to the computer frame.
Your Matrox card is now installed. Before restarting your computer, connect your monitor or monitors (see “Connection setup”, page 4). After connecting, restart your computer and install your Matrox software (see “Software installation”, page 8).
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