Hardware Installation
Note: For low profile systems, replace the currently mounted bracket with the included low profile bracket.
General instructions for installing the card are provided below. Since the design of computer cases and motherboards vary, refer to your computer’s reference manual for further information, if needed.
Static Electricity Discharge may permanently damage your system. Discharge any static electricity build up in your body by touching your computer case for a few seconds. Avoid any contact with internal parts and handle cards only by their external edges.
1.Turn OFF the power to your computer.
2.Unplug the power cord and remove the computer cover.
3.Remove the slot bracket from an available PCIe slot.
4.Carefully align the card to the selected PCIe slot, push the board down firmly, but gently, until it is well seated.
5.Replace the slot bracket holding screw to secure the card.
6.Connect one end of the audio cable from your
7.Replace the computer cover and reconnect the power cord.
8.Make your speaker and device connections, then complete the driver installation on the next pages.
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